A special purpose hardware device or software running on a general purpose computer,which filters information that is allowed to enter and leave the organization's information system,is known as a(n)
A)demilitarized zone.
B)intrusion detection system.
C)intrusion prevention system.
D)firewall.

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A firewall is a special purpose hardware device or software running on a general purpose computer that filters information that is allowed to enter and leave the organization's information system. A demilitarized zone (DMZ) is a separate network that sits between an organization's internal network and the external network. An intrusion detection system (IDS) is used to detect unauthorized access and activity within the organization's information system, while an intrusion prevention system (IPS) is used to prevent such activity.

A Special Purpose Hardware Device or Software Running on a General