IPS is a network security tool which is designed to detect and mitigate against malicious attack. IPS devices monitor the network for irregularities such as malware signatures, changes in average traffic volume or access failures. Once positively identified as an attack, IPS will work with other network elements such as routers in order to prevent or reduce the effectiveness of the attack.
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