Encryption prevents somebody using eavesdropping technology, such as a(n)____, from capturing packets and using data in the packets for malicious purposes.
A)IDS
B)VPN
C)rootkit
D)packet sniffer

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Packet sniffers are tools that intercept and log traffic on a network, allowing an attacker to capture and analyze packets, including sensitive data like passwords and financial information. Encryption ensures that packets are unreadable to those who do not possess the appropriate key or decryption method, rendering them useless to potential attackers. IDS, VPN, and rootkit do not specifically prevent packet capture and data theft in the same way that encryption does.

Encryption Prevents Somebody Using Eavesdropping Technology, Such as A(n)____, from Capturing