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Network traffic

Network traffic or data traffic is the amount of data moving across a network at a
given point of time. Network data in computer networks is mostly encapsulated in
network packets, which provide the load in the network. Network traffic is the
main component for network traffic measurement, network traffic control and
simulation.

Network traffic control - managing, prioritising, controlling or reducing the


network traffic

Network traffic measurement - measuring the amount and type of traffic on a


particular network

Network traffic simulation - to measure the efficiency of a communications


network

Traffic generation model - is a stochastic model of the traffic flows or data


sources in a communication computer network.

Proper analysis of network traffic provides the organization with the network
security as a benefit - unusual amount of traffic in a network is a possible sign of
an attack. Network traffic reports provide valuable insights into preventing such
attacks.[2]

Traffic volume is a measure of the total work done by a resource or facility,


normally over 24 hours, and is measured in units of erlang-hours. It is defined as
the product of the average traffic intensity and the time period of the study.
Traffic volume = Traffic intensity time

A traffic volume of one erlang-hour can be caused by two circuits being occupied
continuously for half an hour or by a circuit being half occupied (0.5 erlang) for a
period of two hours. Telecommunication operators are vitally interested in traffic
volume, as it directly dictates their revenue.

firewall

A firewall is a network security system, either hardware- or software-based, that


uses rules to control incoming and outgoing network traffic.

A firewall acts as a barrier between a trusted network and and an untrusted


network. A firewall controls access to the resources of a network through a positive
control model. This means that the only traffic allowed onto the network is defined
in the firewall policy; all other traffic is denied.

FIREWALL

A firewall is a network security system designed to prevent unauthorized access to


or from a private network. Firewalls can be implemented in both hardware and
software, or a combination of both. Network firewalls are frequently used to
prevent unauthorized Internet users from accessing private networks connected to
the Internet, especially intranets. All messages entering or leaving the intranet pass
through the firewall, which examines each message and blocks those that do not
meet the specified security criteria.

Hardware and Software Firewalls


Firewalls can be either hardware or software but the ideal configuration will
consist of both. In addition to limiting access to your computer and network, a
firewall is also useful for allowing remote access to a private network through
secure authentication certificates and logins.

Hardware firewalls can be purchased as a stand-alone product but are also typically
found in broadband routers, and should be considered an important part of your
system and network set-up. Most hardware firewalls will have a minimum of four
network ports to connect other computers, but for larger networks, business
networking firewall solutions are available.

Software firewalls are installed on your computer (like any software) and you can
customize it; allowing you some control over its function and protection features.
A software firewall will protect your computer from outside attempts to control or
gain access your computer.

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