A(n) ________ is inserted into a network segment so that the traffic that it is monitoring must pass through the sensor.
A) passive sensor
B) analysis sensor
C) LAN sensor
D) inline sensor

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An inline sensor is inserted directly into the network segment which allows all traffic to flow through it and be actively monitored in real time. This differs from a passive sensor which can only monitor a copy of the traffic, and is not inserted into the network segment itself. The other options, LAN sensor and analysis sensor, are not specific enough and do not differentiate between passive or inline monitoring.

A(n) ________ Is Inserted into a Network Segment So That