Week 10, 11, 12 and 13 discussion

Week 10

In no less than 250 words, describe a hacking tool that is used to gain access to a network.  Explain how the tool is used, how it works and how a netwoprk administrator can prevent this tool from access the network.  Respond to two other learners by the end of the week. 

Week 11

In no less than 250 words, explain what is meant by an IDS and an IPS.  How are they different?  How are they connected to a network?  List a few examples of IDS/IPS tools that are currently on the market.  Respond to two other learners by the end of the week.

Week 12 

n no less than 250 words, explain the difference between an access control list (ACL) that is used in routers to block traffic and firewalls.  What similarities do they share?  Respond to two other learners by the end of the week.

Week 13

In no less than 250 words, explain the different security measures that each version of SNMP uses.  What is the different between SNMPv1, v2c and v3?  Respond to two other learners by the end of the week.