This document presents a comprehensive study on Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), detailing their definitions, history, functionality, and types, along with the various attacks and countermeasures involved. The authors discuss both host-based and network-based IDS, emphasizing the importance of monitoring network activities to prevent malicious operations. Additionally, it outlines the lifecycle of IDS, including evaluation, deployment, operation, and maintenance, while highlighting the need for innovative detection techniques to combat evolving cyber threats.
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