10 Questions
What is a firewall in network security?
A network security device that monitors incoming and outgoing network traffic and decides whether to allow or block specific traffic based on security rules
What does an Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) do?
Scans network traffic to actively block attacks
How does network security protect against cyberattacks?
By combining multiple layers of defenses at the edge and in the network
What is the main benefit of network security for organizations?
Delivering the services that customers and employees demand while protecting the network
How does network security help protect proprietary information?
By preventing unauthorized access and potential attacks
What is SecureX?
A cloud-native platform connecting the Cisco Secure portfolio and infrastructure
What does software-defined segmentation do?
Classifies network traffic based on endpoint identity for easier security policy enforcement
What does a virtual private network (VPN) do?
Encrypts the connection from an endpoint to a network
What is network access control (NAC)?
Enforcing security policies by recognizing each user and device
What does anti-virus and anti-malware software do?
Includes viruses, worms, Trojans, ransomware, and spyware
Test your knowledge of network security with this quiz. Explore the fundamentals of network security, including its tools, practices, and the layers of defense used to protect data and prevent cyberattacks.
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