Welcome to Getting Started
3 min
overview welcome to the getting started section this foundational module introduces the core concepts of cloud based filtering and guides you through your initial platform setup if you are configuring the platform for the first time, we highly recommend reviewing these concepts sequentially before making any changes to your local network hardware included guides topic focus & description what is dns filtering docid v2isojfq8lru7noqscfa explains the fundamental mechanics of proactive threat blocking and how the resolution flow secures your network choosing your deployment method docid\ ylm7qag2tgcu1ovqtqw65 helps you determine the most effective setup approach between main routers, local virtual appliances, and endpoint agents navigating the dashboard docid\ fauhaquw sfgfcmjfqpj0 a quick orientation tour of the main interface detailing where to manage networks, security rules, and traffic analytics understanding security policies docid\ gls8 nl2t13pzhwkr5f4 breaks down how various filtering layers like malware protection, content blocking, and domain exceptions work together the global anycast network docid\ wqlmuuhoe8jjczpwkpb8k details the underlying global infrastructure that ensures high speed domain resolution and zero latency degradation quick start your first setup docid\ ztf3rcbmqytwmacjk2gp6 outlines the essential steps required to register your public ip, assign a baseline policy, and secure your primary location ready to begin? start your journey by understanding the core concepts proceed to what is dns filtering docid v2isojfq8lru7noqscfa to learn how our proactive threat blocking secures your network