IDS, IPS, NAT and VPN
The document discusses and defines intrusion detection systems (IDS), intrusion prevention systems (IPS), network address translation (NAT), and virtual private networks (VPN). It explains that IDS monitor networks for suspicious activity, while IPS can also block threats. It describes static and dynamic NAT and port address translation (PAT). It also outlines remote access VPNs for connecting remote users, site-to-site VPNs for connecting office networks, and common VPN protocols like IPsec. The document provides an overview of these key network security concepts.