A(n)____ is a hardware device or software program that inspects packets going into or out of a network or computer and then discards or forwards those packets based on a set of rules.
A)gateway
B)IDS
C)firewall
D)router

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A firewall is a hardware device or software program that examines packets entering or leaving a network or computer and then discards or forwards them based on predetermined rules. Gateways, IDS, and routers do not necessarily have the same functionality as firewalls.

A(n)____ Is a Hardware Device or Software Program That Inspects