COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS

COMPUTER SOFTWARE

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A system designed to prevent unauthorized access to or from a private network
A
Adware
B
Firewall
C
Antiviruis
D
Spyware
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A firewall is a system designed to prevent unauthorized access to or from a private network.

Detailed explanation-2: -Firewalls are network security systems that prevent unauthorized access to a network. It can be a hardware or software unit that filters the incoming and outgoing traffic within a private network, according to a set of rules to spot and prevent cyberattacks. Firewalls are used in enterprise and personal settings.

Detailed explanation-3: -Packet-filtering firewalls act as a checkpoint at the network layer and compare each packet’s header info to a set of pre-established criteria. These firewalls check the following header-based info: Destination and origination IP addresses. Packet type.

Detailed explanation-4: -Strong Password Policy. Two Factor Authentication (2FA) and Multifactor Authentication. Physical Security Practices. Monitoring User Activity. Endpoint Security.

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