350-701 Security Concepts Practice Question
A network administrator wants to deploy security products that provide network-based intrusion prevention and advanced threat detection. Which TWO Cisco products are most suitable? (Choose two.)
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Cisco Stealthwatch
Cisco Firepower is an NGFW/IPS. Cisco Stealthwatch provides network detection and analysis. ISE is for identity, not IPS. ESA is email, AMP is endpoint.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE)
Why it's wrong here
ISE provides access control, not network IPS.
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Cisco Advanced Malware Protection (AMP) for Endpoints
Why it's wrong here
AMP is endpoint protection, not network-based.
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Cisco Stealthwatch
Why this is correct
Stealthwatch provides network visibility and anomaly detection.
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Cisco Email Security Appliance (ESA)
Why it's wrong here
ESA is for email security.
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Cisco Firepower NGFW
Why this is correct
Firepower includes IPS and advanced threat protection.
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