With the widespread use of technology, businesses of all sizes have significantly benefited from the utilization of the Internet and technical resources. On the other hand, virtual security threats are an ever increasing problem, and an intrusion detection system (IDS) can help protect your company from external threats and provide network security. An intrusion detection system simply monitors network traffic and will alert the network administrator of any unusual activity. It is very similar to a house alarm system which will sound an alarm if an intruder attempts to break into a window or a door. For example, if a hacker attempts to gain access to your computer or network, the intrusion detection system will immediately notify the network administrator of the attempted security breach. Once reported, the manager can pinpoint the exact location of the suspicious activity and follow the proper safety protocols. [Read more…]