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What purpose does a firewall serve?
  1. It blocks users in a network from accessing websites or other content that a network administrator has categorized as “off limits.”
  2. It protects users in a network from viruses or worms that might attempt to infiltrate their systems from outside the network.
  3. It protects users in a network from viruses or worms that might attempt to infiltrate their systems from inside the network.
  4. It keeps network users from causing damage to any of the network components due to excessive, prolonged or intense use.
Explanation
Answer: A - Firewalls block users in a network from accessing websites or other content that the network administrator has categorized as “off limits.” These may include common time wasting sites such as social networking platforms, e-commerce sites, or any other material deemed inappropriate for the workplace and/or unrelated to job performance.
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