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Service Manager in Information Technology at Accellis Technology Group (11-50 employees employees)
Pros
Filtering system is very strong, more often than not blocks bad email.
Does fine job filtering and configuring content filtering for extension types such as ZIP or RAR.
Intermediary between Internet and email system provides extra layer of security including ability to spool email in the event of an email system outage.
Outbound encryption feature is very useful for security purposes.
Cons
The onsite appliances have end-of-life forcing an upgrade to new unit.
Many of the appliances have been end-of-life and seems McAfee may not be offering the service in the future.
Return on Investment
The end-of-life of appliances is unfortunate as it forces a purchase of a replacement unit. Barracuda devices have a 4-year refresh cycle so purchasing additional hardware is rarely necessary.
McAfee seems to be phasing out the service over time.
Alternatives Considered
Barracuda Email Security Service
Other Software Used
Barracuda Email Security Service, Symantec Email Security.cloud, G Suite