TOWARDS SECURE LOCAL AREA NETWORK (LAN) USING OPNSENSE FIREWALL

Abstract

OPNsense is an open-source firewall and routing platform that is based on the FreeBSD operating system. It is designed to be easy-to-use and easy-to-build, making it a suitable solution for both small and large organizations. OPNsense offers a wide range of features that are comparable to those found in expensive commercial firewalls, and in many cases, it even offers more. The platform includes a web interface and a powerful package manager, which allows for easy customization and management of the firewall. OPNsense is a fork of the popular pfSense firewall and is known for its high level of security, stability, and performance. It is an ideal solution for organizations looking for a cost-effective, flexible, and secure firewall solution. The number of users today is growing along with networking technology. To transport data through a network, each user can communicate with one another. However, when the network expands, a network administrator must keep an eye on Flows of traffic or bandwidth that pass via networks. Some users who access the Internet erratically could lead to a bottleneck situation. The major goal is to create a evaluate effectiveness of the firewall also monitoring and securing network.