Match each security technology to its primary function.
Drag a concept onto its matching description — or click a concept then click the description.
Detect and block malicious traffic inline
Monitor and alert on suspicious activity
Control access based on rules
Protect web applications from attacks
Encrypt traffic over public networks
Answer choices
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
Firewall: Filters traffic based on stateful inspection and access control lists.
Firewall filters traffic based on rules; IDS/IPS monitors for threats; VPN provides secure tunnels; NAC enforces compliance. Common mistakes include confusing IDS/IPS with firewall and NAC with VPN.
Answer analysis
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
Firewall: Filters traffic based on stateful inspection and access control lists.
Why this is correct
Firewall is correctly matched with its primary function of stateful inspection and ACL filtering.
IDS/IPS: Monitors network traffic for malicious activity and can block or alert.
Why this is correct
IDS/IPS is correctly matched with its primary function of monitoring and responding to threats.
VPN: Creates secure encrypted tunnels over public networks.
Why this is correct
VPN is correctly matched with its primary function of providing encrypted remote access.
NAC: Enforces endpoint compliance and access policies.
Why this is correct
NAC is correctly matched with its primary function of enforcing security policies for device access.
Firewall: Monitors network traffic for malicious activity and can block or alert.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect — this describes IDS/IPS, not Firewall.
VPN: Enforces endpoint compliance and access policies.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect — this describes NAC, not VPN.
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