Problem
Several different network devices can be used for collecting network evidence. These devices include proxy servers, network taps, firewalls, routers, switches, DNS servers, and so forth. Pick three different types of devices and discuss each of the following:
A. What is the primary function of the device/software?
B. Who manufactures or develops the device/software? Are there open-source/free alternatives?
C. What types of network evidence does the device collect?
D. Is there a way to export the network evidence from the device (Syslog or NetFlow collector)?
E. How might the device and network evidence be helpful in an investigation?
When responding to another student's post, please be sure to compare the different functions of the device and what type of network evidence it collects.
As a reminder, your first post should be on the discussion board by Friday night.?All replies must be complete by Sunday evening.?Early posts encourage participation and conversations, and that leads to a rich learning environment.?The sooner you post and the more you post, the better.?Show me you are contributing with critical thinking and analysis.