1. Using the Internet, search for commercial IDPS systems. What classification systems and descriptions are used, and how can these be used to compare the features and components of each IDPS? Which IDPS systems do you think are superior in their features and components? Explain why.
2. G o to a popular online electronic commerce site like Amazon.com. Place several items in your shopping cart, and then go to check out. When you reach the screen that asks for your credit card number, right-click on the Web browser and select "Properties." What can you find out about the cryptosystems and protocols in use to protect this transaction? Repeat this exercise on a different website. Does this site use the same or different protocols? Describe them. Which website that you visited seemed to have the highest security? Explain.
3. Research the internet and select one firewall analysis tool, one vulnerability scanner, and one wireless security tool. Describe the features and benefits of each of your selections