COMPUTER NETWORKING

WIRELESS NETWORKS AND MOBILE IP

WIRELESS NETWORKS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What best describes an intrusion detection system?
A
It is configured not to respond to PINGs.
B
It sets a negative option for IPCONFIG.
C
It logs packets for unused ports.
D
It runs a file integrity check.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A network-based intrusion detection system (NIDS) detects malicious traffic on a network. NIDS usually require promiscuous network access in order to analyze all traffic, including all unicast traffic.

Detailed explanation-2: -Which of the following best describes an IPS? B. An IPS (intrusion prevention system) is a system that prevents or stops attacks in progress.

Detailed explanation-3: -Which of the following is true about an intrusion detection system? An intrusion detection system maintains an active security role within the network.

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