What is PacketFence?
PacketFence is a network access control (NAC) system that provides comprehensive and flexible network access management. It is a free and open-source solution, actively maintained and widely deployed in large-scale institutions over the years. PacketFence can be configured to secure networks of various sizes and complexity, from small to very large heterogeneous environments. Its robust and feature-rich capabilities enable organizations to effectively control and monitor network access, ensuring secure and compliant network operations
Highlights
- Free and open-source network access control (NAC) system
- Suitable for networks of all sizes, from small to very large heterogeneous environments
- Actively maintained and widely deployed in numerous large-scale institutions
- Comprehensive and flexible network access management functionality
- Enables effective control and monitoring of network access for secure and compliant operations
Features
NAC
Firewall

