What is the difference between Sophos UTM and XG?

Sophos UTM is the universal threat manager, XG is just the hardware firewall. In other words, UTM is the full package: A/V, application control, security heartbeat, IDS/IPS, etc.

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Is Sophos UTM EOL?

We will stop the distribution of the Sophos UTM Manager (SUM) software on January 31, 2022, by removing the download option for new installs on all Sophos websites and portals.

How do I update my Sophos UTM license?

Upload a Sophos UTM license file

Sign in to Webadmin and go to Management > Licensing.
Select the Installation tab from the top.
Select the folder icon beside the input box.
Click Browse and locate your license file.
Click Start Upload to complete the process.

What is the latest version of Sophos?

Sophos Anti-Virus is updated to version 10.8. 13.42.

What does Sophos UTM stand for?

Unified Threat Management
Sophos UTM Overview. Page 1. Sophos UTM Overview. Unified Threat Management makes security simple Sophos UTM provides the ultimate network security package with everything you need in a single modular appliance.

Is Sophos XG a UTM?

Sophos XG Firewall, is our new firewall platform, that combines some of the great technology from UTM 9 with a variety of new technology including support for the new Sophos Security Heartbeat™, a new user interface, improved user-based policies and reporting, and much more.

What OS is Sophos UTM based on?

Linux-
“ We chose Sophos UTM for its all-in-one approach, trouble-free installation and management at an affordable price”. Our Linux-based OS includes a free Essential Network Firewall. It provides fundamental security like firewalling, networking tools, routing and secure remote access.

What is Sophos UTM Manager?

Sophos UTM Manager (SUM) provides a centralized dashboard on the status and health of all your UTMs. Our cross-site policy tools save you time and self-serve automated licensing makes bringing new devices or services on-line fast.

How do I activate my Sopho license key?

Click the account name (Administrator in this example) in the upper right of the dashboard and select Licensing.
On the Licensing page, click Apply License Key.
Enter your license key now, accept the license terms, and click Apply.