Blog on Firewall Selection And Configuration
Firewall Selection And Configuration Firewall: A Network Security Device A firewall is a network security device designed to act as a barrier between a trusted internal network and untrusted external networks, such as the internet. Its primary function is to monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules. Acts as a Barrier The firewall serves as a barrier or a protective barrier between the internal network and external threats. It prevents unauthorized access to or from the network, effectively creating a security perimeter. Monitors Traffic Firewalls continuously monitor network traffic, analyzing data packets to determine whether they meet the predefined security criteria. By examining the characteristics of each packet, firewall...