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Integrated Security Appliance (ISA) include devices that have multiple feature-set such as firewall, VPN (Virtual Private Networking), antivirus, antispam, intrusion detection system, etc., in a single device at lower cost. As the SMBs (Small and Medium Businesses) do not have sophisticated security requirements when compared to the large enterprises, Integrated Security Appliances fulfill the exact need of the organization with a limited budget.

The network security need of the SMBs differ from those of the large enterprises. SMBs usually go for multifunctional Integrated Security Appliances (ISA) built on the base technology (such as firewall). Further, additional security functions are added to it through a subscription fee or additional premium features. This is in contrast to large enterprises, where separate appliances are deployed to ensure optimal network performance and risk mitigation.

SMB Integrated Security appliances provide large features-set to the organizations. They are mainly divided into three categories based on their functions; Network security, Web security and E-mail security. The global SMB ISA market is a highly competitive and fragmented with many active vendors across geographies in the industry.

Currently, the ISA devices have their major market shares in the SMB sector. Further, the larger enterprises are usually going for multi-layered and multiple security devices to handle its large network and to get the best-in-class security features. However, small branches of larger enterprises are now diverting focus on ISA devices as an option. As the requirements of a small branch are less than that of the larger network, ISA devices are becoming a better solution for the companies. Further, it reduces the cost of employing experienced IT administrators and deploying multiple devices in remote office network.

The report by TechNavio Insights forecasts the size of the Global SMB Integrated Security Appliances market over the period 2009-2013. It segments the market into three geographic regions: Americas, APAC and EMEA, representing the market size and forecast for each of these regions. Further, it discusses the key market trends, drivers and challenges of Global SMB Integrated Security Appliances Market, and profiles some of the key vendors of this market.

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