Filtering FAQs

Q: What categories do Secure Computing divide URLs into?

A: Currently Secure Computing have about 90 categories.These can be more easily applied into CachePilot by using groups of categories and assigning those access rights to groups of users. Click here!

Q: How can I assess the quality of the Secure Computing database?

A: The size and quality of the filtering database determines the quality of the filtering. A filtering product that is easy to use and cost-effective may be great for the network administrator, but if it doesn't block obviously inappropriate content, or blocks content that shouldn't be blocked, then it's really not an effective solution. A filtering list that is refined through years of fine-tuning using artificial intelligence, human review and customer feedback will produce the best results. Secure Computing has a Database which is twice the size of its nearest competitor and typically ten times the size of most others.

Q: Can I test the quality of the Secure Computing list?

A: Yes - this on line facility enables you see how Secure Computing categorise any particular URL Click here!

Q: How much does the URL Filtering facility cost?

A: There are three elements:
1. The fee for using the Secure Computing list and its ongoing updates. Costs depend on number of users using the list and over what period - 1 years is typical.
2. A cost for purchasing server platforms on which to mount the list.
3. License fees for using the interface code on CachePilot.
Precise costs need to be quoted to each potential customer.

Q: Where can I purchase a URL Filtering Subscription?

A: Only through Equiinet's accredited partners. For Partner information: Click here!