In this article, we delve into the concept of intrusion prevention systems. We define what an IPS is and discuss its typical components. We also talk about how intrusion prevention works, what benefits you gain from using it, and the different types of IPS.
A computer worm is a type of malware that replicates itself from one computer to another to overtake the entire network. Once a worm infects one machine, it can easily spread to other machines connected to the same network without human interference.
When you know the difference between an IDS and IPS, you can minimize intrusions into your network and endpoints. Join me as I compare and contrast IDS and IPS, and learn when you should pick one over the other.
In this post, I’ll introduce you to the basic concepts of IPsec. You’ll learn about the security functions of IPsec, what IPsec and an IPsec VPN is, the key IPsec protocols, the 2 modes of IPsec, IPsec VPN architectures, and more.
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The ability to perform remote network access is crucial for businesses that need to support branch offices, remote workers, call centers, and several other remote access use cases. Join us as we discuss various remote access protocols, types of remote access, the way remote access works, and remote access tools, all in this article.
In this article, we’ll discuss common malware you’ll likely see in the wild. We’ll also provide you with a few different solutions you can use to protect your system and users.
An SSL VPN helps to create a secure and encrypted connection over a traditionally less-secure network such as the internet. In this article, you’ll learn more about the definition, working, types, and uses of an SSL VPN.
Read on to learn about several different strategies you can use to help prevent a DDoS attack. You can use a combination of these strategies based on your organization’s infrastructure and requirements. An essential part of any DDoS mitigation strategy is using an anti-DDoS tool. At the end of this article, I’ll highlight some aspects for you to consider when choosing one.
Learn more about cloud firewalls vs traditional firewalls, and how they’re similar and different from each other. This is sure to help you decide which of the two is better for your organization. Before I end, I’ll also give you a brief overview of some popular firewall providers, so you can decide on a good fit for your organization.
