The Cisco Firepower 1010 is a compact, entry-level next-generation firewall designed for small to medium-sized businesses and branch offices. It offers integrated threat defense and advanced malware protection, combining stateful inspection with application visibility and control. The 1010 model supports up to 650 Mbps of firewall throughput and up to 150 Mbps of threat inspection throughput, making it ideal for protecting smaller networks while offering simplified management through Cisco's Firepower Device Manager.