A(n)________ is a device that enables members of a local network to access the network while keeping nonmembers out of the network.
A) burglar alarm
B) firewall
C) fireproof vault
D) electronic sensor

Question

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A firewall is designed to prevent unauthorized access to a network by screening incoming and outgoing network traffic. It acts as a barrier between a trusted internal network and an untrusted external network. This helps to protect the network and its resources from external threats such as hackers, viruses, and other malicious activities. The other options (burglar alarm, fireproof vault, electronic sensor) are not relevant to network security.

A(n)________ Is a Device That Enables Members of a Local