IDS/IPS (Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems)

An IDS (Intrusion Detection System) and an IPS (Intrusion Prevention System) are cybersecurity tools that monitor network traffic for malicious activity. An IDS detects potential threats or suspicious behavior and alerts administrators so they can investigate. An IPS goes a step further by actively blocking or stopping malicious traffic in real-time to prevent harm before it reaches systems. Both help protect networks from attacks like hacking or malware, with IDS serving as a watchful eye and IPS acting as a security gate that responds immediately to threats.