McAfee TSA00M005PAA Processor Guide - Page 101

Using Browser Protection and Web Filtering Browser protection features Using Browser Protection and Web Filtering Browser protection, based on McAfee SiteAdvisor,® displays information to safeguard client computer users against web-based threats: • A safety rating for each website. • A safety report for each website that includes a detailed description of test results and feedback submitted by users and site owners. The web filtering module, available with some versions of Total Protection Service, provides features for regulating access to websites. Policy options allow administrators to control access to sites based on their safety rating, the type of content they contain, and their URL or domain name. Contents Browser protection features How safety ratings are compiled Safety icons and balloons protect during searches SiteAdvisor menu protects while browsing Safety reports provide details Information that browser protection sends to McAfee Installing browser protection during policy updates Web filtering features Enabling and disabling browser protection via policy Enabling and disabling protection at the client computer Block and warn sites by content Authorize and prohibit sites by URL or domain Customizing messages for users Viewing browsing activity Web Filtering report Best practices (browser protection) Frequently asked questions Browser protection features As browser protection runs on client computers, it notifies users about threats they might encounter when searching or browsing websites by displaying the following: Safety rating for each site and site resource • W hen searching, safety ratings of green, yellow, red, and gray icons appear next to each site listed on a search results page. • W hen browsing, the SiteAdvisor menu button appears in the browser window in the color that matches the safety rating for the current site. McAfee Total Protection Service Product Guide 101