Difference Between IDS and IPS: Intrusion Detection System vs Intrusion Prevention System
IDS and IPS are two fundamental technologies in network security.
An Intrusion Detection System (IDS) primarily monitors network or system activity and
detects suspicious behavior, while an Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) can detect
suspicious activity and take automated action to prevent or block it.
Modern computer networks constantly exchange data between users, servers, applications, cloud platforms and other systems. This connectivity also creates opportunities for unauthorized access, malicious traffic, exploitation attempts and other security threats.
Security teams therefore need mechanisms that can monitor network activity and identify potentially harmful behavior.
This is where IDS and IPS become important.
