Day 5

Firewalls

Key Topics

Firewalls are a crucial aspect of network security, acting as gatekeepers between networks or between a network and the Internet. They enforce security rules and policies, determining which traffic is allowed or denied. Today, we review the operation of firewalls, focusing on different types, their functionalities, and some examples in Cisco and Linux environments.

Firewall Devices

Firewalls monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules. They can block specific ports and protocols, thereby preventing ...

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