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What are the differences between the PIX Firewall and the Firewall Services Module?

April 26, 2017differences firewall module Pix Services

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What are the differences between the PIX Firewall and the Firewall Services Module?

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A. The PIX and FWSM are based on similar code. However, there are two fundamental differences. The PIX (offers support) provides VPN and IDS functionality. The FWSM does not provide VPN and IDS functionality because these features are offered in other line cards. Refer to the Catalyst 6500 Series Intrusion Detection System (IDSM-2) Services Module Data Sheet for more information on the Catalyst 6500 Series Intrusion Detection System (IDSM-2) Services Module. Refer to the Catalyst 6500 IPsec VPN Services Module Product Data Sheet for more information on the Catalyst 6500 IPsec VPN Services Module.