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IDS & IPS Remain Important Even as Other Tools Add IDPS Features

eSecurity Planet

IDS and IPS solutions can be host-based and monitor a specific device, or they can be network-based and monitor the local network. Intrusion detection system (IDS) solutions passively monitor activity and send alerts to a security team. Diverse Local Networks. These solutions also tend to be more expensive.

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Fortinet vs Palo Alto Networks: Top NGFWs Compared

eSecurity Planet

A next-generation firewall (NGFW) is an important component of network security and represents the third generation of firewall technology. NGFWs provide capabilities beyond that of a traditional, stateful firewall , including cloud-delivered threat intelligence , integrated intrusion prevention , and application awareness and control.

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