Which of the following statements defines an intrusion detection system (IDS)?
A)An IDS is a discipline that combines elements of law and computer science to identify,collect,examine,and preserve data from computer systems,networks,and storage devices.
B)An IDS evaluates an organization's security policy.
C)An IDS indicates the presence of a specific virus.
D)An IDS is software and/or hardware that monitors system and network resources for breaches.

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An intrusion detection system (IDS) is software and/or hardware that monitors system and network resources for breaches, alerting security personnel to potential security threats. It does not evaluate an organization's security policy, indicate the presence of a specific virus, or combine elements of law and computer science to identify, collect, examine, and preserve data from computer systems, networks, and storage devices, as described in the other answer choices.

Which of the Following Statements Defines an Intrusion Detection System