Midsize businesses protecting the Internet edge require the same level of protection as large, enterprise networks. You require enterprise-strength security, but purchasing a firewall that was built to handle the performance needs & budget of a large enterprise would be unnecessary & a waste of company resources. You need a firewall that provides the performance you need at a price you can afford, without compromising security. Cisco ASA 5500 series adaptive security appliance fits your network & budget while offering the same proven level of security that protects some of the largest networks at some of the most security-conscious companies in the world. The ASA 5500 series scales to meet the performance & security requirements of a wide range of network applications, to correspond with your changing needs. The Cisco ASA 5525-X is midrange security appliance that uses the Cisco Secure X framework for a context-aware approach to security that delivers multiple security services, multigigabit performance, flexible interface options, & redundant power supplies. It is built on the same proven security platform as the rest of the ASA family of security appliances, & has been designed to deliver superior performance for exceptional operational efficiency.