True or False: FortiManage can act as a private FortiGuard distribution server (FDS) for managed devices.

FortiManage is indeed capable of functioning as a private FortiGuard Distribution Server (FDS) for managed devices. This capability allows it to distribute FortiGuard updates like antivirus signatures, IPS updates, and web filtering data to devices it manages. By doing this, organizations can centralize their update management and potentially limit the bandwidth consumption associated with downloading updates from FortiGuard’s public servers. This private setup is especially beneficial for environments with strict compliance requirements or those needing more control over update distribution.

This feature enhances the efficiency of network management, as devices connected to FortiManage receive their updates from a local server rather than over the internet, which can also improve bandwidth usage and speed up update deployment.