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Imagine your favorite online store suddenly becoming inaccessible, right in the middle of a huge sale. Frustrating, right? Or, picture your bank's website crashing, preventing you from accessing your funds. These scenarios can be the result of a Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack, a malicious attempt to disrupt normal traffic of a server, service, or network by overwhelming it with a flood of internet traffic. Let’s delve into the world of DDoS attacks, understanding what they are, how they work, and what can be done to mitigate them. Understanding DDoS Attacks What is a DDoS Attack? A Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack is a type of cyberattack in which multiple compromised computer systems are used to target a single system, such as a server, website, or other network re...

A Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack is a malicious attempt to disrupt the normal traffic of a targeted server, service, or network by overwhelming it with a flood of internet traffic from multiple compromised computer systems. Essentially, it's like a traffic jam on the internet highway, preventing legitimate users from reaching their desired destination. Understanding what a DDoS attack is, how it works, and how to protect against it is crucial in today's digital landscape. Understanding DDoS Attacks What is a DDoS Attack? A DDoS attack is a type of cyberattack where attackers use a network of compromised computers (often called a "botnet") to flood a target with traffic. This traffic overwhelms the target's resources, such as bandwidth and processing power, making it unavailabl...

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