FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER

COMPUTER THREATS SECURITY

WHAT IS A FIREWALL IN NETWORK SECURITY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
An employee’s computer detects malicious packets, this would be an example of which type of firewall?
A
network-based
B
host-based
C
neither
D
both
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A packet filtering firewall is a network security technique that regulates data flow to and from a network. It is a security mechanism that allows packets to move across networks while controlling their flow through the use of a set of rules, protocols, IP addresses, and ports.

Detailed explanation-2: -Definition(s): A software-based firewall installed on a server to monitor and control its incoming and outgoing network traffic.

Detailed explanation-3: -The packet filtering firewall filters IP packets based on source and destination IP address, and source and destination port. The packet filter may lack logging facilities, which would make it impractical for an organization that has compliance and reporting requirements to which they must adhere.

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