FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER

COMPUTER THREATS SECURITY

WHAT IS A FIREWALL IN NETWORK SECURITY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is the best device to deploy to protect your private network from a public untrusted network?
A
Firewall
B
Router
C
Hub
D
Gateway
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A firewall is the best device to deploy if you want to protect your private network from a public untrusted network. Firewalls are used to control traffic entering and leaving your trusted network environment.

Detailed explanation-2: -Expert Answer. The ideal way to give access to confidential resources over the internet is by using a virtual private network because encrypting all data ensures a safe connection between the client and server.

Detailed explanation-3: -A firewall is a system designed to prevent unauthorized access to or from a private network. You can implement a firewall in either hardware or software form, or in a combination of both. Firewalls prevent unauthorized internet users from accessing private networks connected to the internet, especially intranets.

Detailed explanation-4: -VPN: is a private and secure network connection between systems that use the data communication capability of an unsecured and public network. Secure: Use security protocols and encrypt traffic transmitted across unsecured public networks like the Internet.

Detailed explanation-5: -Firewalls provide protection against outside cyber attackers by shielding your computer or network from malicious or unnecessary network traffic. Firewalls can also prevent malicious software from accessing a computer or network via the internet.

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