FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER

COMPUTER THREATS SECURITY

WHAT IS COMPUTER SECURITY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which network devices are capable of blocking network connections that are identified as potentially malicious?
A
honeypots
B
intrusion prevention systems (IPS)
C
intrusion detection systems (IDS)
D
firewalls
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A firewall is designed to block unauthorized access to computers and networks.

Detailed explanation-2: -An intrusion detection system (IDS) is a security software or hardware device used to monitor, detect, and protect networks or system from malicious activities; it alerts the concern security personnel immediately upon detecting intrusions.

Detailed explanation-3: -A firewall is software or firmware that prevents unauthorized access to a network. It inspects incoming and outgoing traffic using a set of rules to identify and block threats.

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