New in v6.x:
New HTTP proxy and various resolved bugs (v6.6); IMAP4 server, enhanced CGI support (it is now possible to run a self-contained webmail system with WinGate), email list server, several enhancements to extended networking, a revised plugin API, full multi-host reverse proxy, major overhaul of the Plugin API, various other minor enhancements and bug fixes; Release Notes - Last Updated: 10.16.09 (v6.6.4 Build 1338)
Upgrade Meter: 4
New in v6.1.4:
"This is a critical update that addresses a recently exposed security issue," various other minor enhancements and bug fixes; Release Notes - Last Updated: 07.10.06 (v6.1.4 Build 1099)
Upgrade Meter: 2
New in v6.1.2:
IMAP4 server, enhanced CGI support (it is now possible to run a self-contained webmail system with WinGate), email list server, several enhancements to extended networking, a revised plugin API, various other minor enhancements and bug fixes; Release Notes - Last Updated: 05.22.06 (v6.1.2 Build 1094)
Upgrade Meter: 4
New in v6.0.3: A maintenance update that fixes problems with HTTP caching, POP3 collection, several GateKeeper fixes, and Gateway selection. The release also includes the latest license activation client software; Release Notes - Last Updated: 09.16.04 Upgrade Meter: 2
New in v6.0: Bandwidth control; connection failover; major overhaul of the service binding system (Dynamic Binding); remote gateway monitoring and selection; DMZ support; ARP responder; IPSEC NAT-T support; support for SSL connections for POP3, SMTP, and HTTP; Remote Email Queue management; network interface status monitoring; Release Notes Upgrade Meter: 5
New in v5.0: WinGate VPN, VisNetic AntiVirus support, fully functional email server, content filtering support (based on a proprietary Artificial Content Recognition process) Upgrade Meter: 5
New in v4.5.0: Windows XP support, Web browser auto-configuration, transparent redirection, new DNS resolver (improved performance), RTSP proxy (for RealMedia and QuickTime support), Traffic Monitor, PPPoE support for ENS, various bug fixes; Notes Upgrade Meter: 5
New in v4.4.2: Enhanced DirecPC support, improved DNS request decompression code, minor enhancements and bug fixes for earlier v4.4.x releases; Release Notes Upgrade Meter: 2
New in v4.4: Auto Update feature, bridging/multiple network support, VPN support with Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP), network interface security, extended firewall support, DirecPC support (with dial on demand), automatic dial up network detection and configuration, full AOL support, back-up registry feature; Release Notes Upgrade Meter: 5
New in v4.3: New NAT engine with PPTP support, new NAT engine dynamically binds to network adapters, Windows 2000/ME support, various bug fixes; Release Notes Upgrade Meter: 5
New in v4.1: NT user database integration, NT authentication, SMTP Proxy service, GateKeeper AutoSave option, single installer for all 32-bit Windows OSes, user import/export wizard; NAT Cascading and port redirection (with ENS plug-in); Notes Upgrade Meter: 5
New in v4.0: Extended Network Support plug-in with Network Address Translation (NAT) and network bridging support, firewall protection for the WinGate Server, integrated InterQuick plug-in for WinGate, Network Setup Wizard; Release Notes Upgrade Meter: 5
New in v3.0: New version for home users - WinGate Home (starts at $39), improved installation and configuration wizards, Gateway Discovery Protocol (GDP), Winsock Redirector Protocol (WRP), WinGate Connection Monitor (WGCM); Release Notes Upgrade Meter: 5
New: Integrated DHCP Server, Java Authentication Client, scheduler agent, XDMA proxy
Pros: Easily share modems/Internet connections over networks, effective protection from Internet-based threats, wide array of features and services, relatively inexpensive
Cons: Can present a slight learning curve for new users, questionable cost effectiveness for smaller networks/home use
