Thwarting attacks with host-based anti-malware tools

Host-based technologies can target a range of threats from spam to rootkits while providing network repair. Host-based anti-malware products have two components: a security agent that resides on the desktop and a central management server, or host. The agent detects threats such as viruses, spam and rootkits while providing protection. The server portion manages and updates the agents and produces reports. These products also sometimes include firewalls and host intrusion prevention solutions. Other methods of thwarting malware include gateway appliances that sit on a network perimeter or routers and switches with enhanced security. Major security vendors like McAfee, Cisco and Symantec offer a  multitude of choices, and Microsoft is poised to enter with its Forefront Client Security product. Although there are many choices, IT managers seem to want security products that can help them protect networks from threats that come from all sides.

Learn more about your security options:
- read the article at TechTarget

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