Network Firewall and Intrusion Prevention technologies are designed to prevent security breaches
from happening in the first place by creating a protective barrier and actively monitoring network
traffic for potential threats. Firewalls restrict unauthorized access, while Intrusion Prevention
Systems (IPS) detect and block malicious activities in real-time. Together, they form a proactive
defense to stop attacks before they penetrate the network.
Symantec Endpoint Security Documentation supports the role of firewalls and IPS as front-line
defenses that prevent many types of security breaches, providing crucial protection at the network
level.
