FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER

COMPUTER THREATS SECURITY

WHAT IS A FIREWALL IN NETWORK SECURITY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Most network-based firewalls are not considered hardware firewalls even though they use a combination of hardware and software to protect the network from internet attacks.
A
True
B
False
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -These firewalls, which contain both the hardware and software features necessary to enforce a network boundary, can offer a variety of different networking and security features, including URL filtering, an intrusion prevention system (IPS), and even Wi-Fi support.

Detailed explanation-2: -Every organization that deals with sensitive information (such as credit cards, patient health data, or government records) should have both a hardware and software firewall to protect them from attackers.

Detailed explanation-3: -A Firewall is a network security device that monitors and filters incoming and outgoing network traffic based on an organization’s previously established security policies.

Detailed explanation-4: -Which of the following is true about a network-based firewall? A network-based firewall is installed at the edge of a private network or network segment.

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