GSNA · Question #263
Sam works as a Network Administrator for XYZ CORP. The computers in the company run Windows Vista operating system, and they are continuously connected to the Internet. This makes the network of the…
The correct answer is A. Firewall. A firewall is a set of related programs configured to protect private networks connected to the Internet from intrusion. It is used to regulate the network traffic between different computer networks. It permits or denies the transmission of a network packet to its destination…
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Sam works as a Network Administrator for XYZ CORP. The computers in the company run Windows Vista operating system, and they are continuously connected to the Internet. This makes the network of the company susceptible to attacks from unauthorized users. Which of the following will Sam choose to protect the network of the company from such attacks?
Options
- AFirewall
- BWindows Defender
- CSoftware Explorer
- DQuarantined items
How the community answered
(29 responses)- A72% (21)
- B7% (2)
- C17% (5)
- D3% (1)
Explanation
A firewall is a set of related programs configured to protect private networks connected to the Internet from intrusion. It is used to regulate the network traffic between different computer networks. It permits or denies the transmission of a network packet to its destination based on a set of rules. A firewall is often installed on a separate computer so that an incoming packet does not get into the network directly. Answer: B is incorrect. Windows Defender is a software product designed by Microsoft to provide continuous security against malware. If it detects anything suspicious, an alert will appear on the screen. Windows Defender can also be used to scan a computer for suspicious software. It can remove or quarantine any malware or spyware it finds. Answer: C is incorrect. Software Explorer is a tool of Windows Defender. It is used to remove, enable, or disable the programs running on a Answer: D is incorrect. Quarantined items is a tool of Windows Defender. It is used to remove or restore a program blocked by Windows Defender.
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