Simple—Alternative Architecture

The preceding configuration or architecture is very simple. One of the most common additions to the simple configuration is virus scanning in some manner. There are various methods of adding virus scanning to the messaging architecture including:

  • Adding a virus appliance such as Borderware or Symantec

  • Adding a virus firewall such as Trend Micro's VirusWall

  • Adding virus scanning software on the messaging server itself. Each of these approaches has pros and cons.

As many organizations are well aware, relying only on desktop virus-scanning software does not eliminate all viruses for many reasons. Since viruses spread through email in addition to other methods, adding virus scanning to the messaging environment is a ...

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