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Fortra offers three core FileCatalyst products, each designed for different scenarios:
Instead of blocking an entire project proposal because it contains one sensitive credit card number, Clearswift can only that specific information in real-time, allowing the rest of the document to be delivered promptly. C. Structural Sanitization
A user or automated script sends a massive dataset (e.g., a 50GB media file or geospatial database) via a FileCatalyst client. The file travels via accelerated UDP to the FileCatalyst Server.
This paper explores the strategic integration of Clearswift ’s Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and FileCatalyst clearswift filecatalyst
When integrated, these two create a "Zero Trust" file transfer workflow:
Traditional file transfer protocols rely on the Transmission Control Protocol (TCP). While reliable, TCP is inherently inefficient over long distances with high latency. The "TCP Throughput Bottleneck" dictates that as latency increases, throughput drops significantly, regardless of available bandwidth. For media, engineering, and healthcare organizations moving terabytes of data, standard FTP is operationally viable.
The sanitized, compliant file is sent back to FileCatalyst to complete its secure delivery path. Core Business Benefits 1. Zero Compromise Between Speed and Security The file travels via accelerated UDP to the
While the Clearswift-FileCatalyst combination is powerful, it's not the only option. Understanding the competitive landscape helps organizations make informed decisions.
FileCatalyst is a leader in enterprise file transfer acceleration, headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, and an Emmy® award‑winning company founded in 2000. It was acquired by Fortra in January 2021 to expand the company’s MFT and automation portfolio.
| | Acceleration Features | |---|---| | Deep Content Inspection (DCI) | UDP-based transfer protocol (up to 10 Gbps) | | Adaptive Data Loss Prevention (A-DLP) | Cross-platform support (Windows, Mac, Linux) | | Adaptive redaction and sanitization | Resilient to high latency and packet loss | | Dual antivirus (Sophos + Avira) | API-driven automation | | Optical character recognition | Cloud deployment on AWS, Azure, or VMware | | Anti-steganography detection | Pay-per-use cloud service (FileCatalyst Spaces) | | Metadata stripping | Integration with major cloud storage providers | The "TCP Throughput Bottleneck" dictates that as latency
FileCatalyst is a specialized software solution designed for moving massive datasets quickly over long distances. Clearswift – Secure ICAP Gateway - BlueFinch ESBD
The integration reduces human error. Employees do not need to remember to scrub metadata or check files for compliance before hitting "send." The FileCatalyst-Clearswift architecture automates enforcement at the gateway level based on central corporate policy. Conclusion