Connect and Protect: Module 2 Flashcards
Address Resolution Protocol (ARP)
A protocol that finds a device’s MAC address based on its IP address
Cloud-Based Firewalls
Software firewalls managed by a cloud provider
Controlled Zone
A subnet that protects the internal network from external traffic
Domain Name System (DNS)
A protocol that translates domain names into IP addresses
Encapsulation
Wrapping data in additional packets to protect it during transit
Firewall
A device or software that monitors and controls network traffic
Forward Proxy Server
A server that controls internal users’ access to the internet
Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP)
A protocol for communication between web clients and servers
Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure (HTTPS)
A secure version of HTTP that encrypts web communication
IEEE 802.11 (Wi-Fi)
A set of wireless standards for local area networks
Network Protocols
Rules that define how devices communicate over a network
Network Segmentation
Dividing a network into smaller parts to improve security
Port Filtering
Blocking or allowing traffic based on port numbers
Proxy Server
A server that forwards client requests to other servers
Reverse Proxy Server
A server that controls external access to internal systems
Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP)
A secure method for transferring files over a network
Secure Shell (SSH)
A protocol that securely connects to remote systems
Security Zone
A defined part of a network used to control and protect traffic
Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)
A protocol for monitoring and managing network devices
Stateful
A firewall that tracks traffic sessions and blocks unauthorized responses
Stateless
A firewall that uses rules without tracking session state
Subnetting
Dividing a network into smaller logical sections (subnets)
Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)
A protocol that establishes reliable connections between devices
Uncontrolled Zone
A network area outside the organization’s control
Virtual Private Network (VPN)
A service that encrypts data and hides your IP address
Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA)
A wireless security protocol for encrypting Wi-Fi connections
