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1. The distribution of network traffic across multiple devices or links to optimize resource utilization, maximize throughput, and minimize response time.
2. A network security device that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules
3. The process of inspecting packets based on their source and destination addresses, ports, and protocols, and either allowing or blocking them based on predefined rules.
4. The process of selecting the best path for data packets to travel from source to destination in a network.
5. A mechanism that prioritizes certain types of network traffic, ensuring higher performance for critical applications or services.
6. A unique numerical label assigned to each device connected to a network that uses the Internet Protocol for communication.