What type of IDSs/IPSs monitors activity on network segments by sniffing traffic as it flows over the network and alerting a security administrator when something suspicious occurs?
A) Passive
B) Active
C) Network-based
D) Host-based

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Network-based IDSs/IPSs monitor activity on network segments by sniffing traffic as it flows over the network and alerting a security administrator when something suspicious occurs. This type of IDS/IPS is passive in nature and does not interfere with the traffic flow. Host-based IDSs/IPSs monitor activity on individual hosts by analyzing events occurring within the operating system of that host. Active IDSs/IPSs alter the traffic flow by blocking or modifying traffic to prevent attacks.

What Type of IDSs/IPSs Monitors Activity on Network Segments by Sniffing