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Application Layer Firewall

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Definition of “Application Layer Firewall” :

An “Application Layer Firewall” is a security system that monitors and controls network traffic at the application level in a computer’s network protocol stack. It blocks or permits data packets based on the specific applications or services they’re associated with, providing a more detailed security filter compared to traditional firewalls.

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