What Is DDoS?
Thousands of machines hit one target until it falls over. The key takeaways on distributed denial of service, and why it's so hard to stop.
By Charles Joseph · Updated
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A DDoS attack is a cyber attack in which an attacker attempts to make a network or server unavailable by flooding it with internet traffic. DDoS stands for distributed denial of service, meaning many sources are used in a network attack.
Key Takeaways
- DDoS attacks can devastate businesses, causing significant financial losses and reputational damage.
- DDoS attacks are often difficult to defend against, as they can come from multiple sources and be hard to identify.
- DDoS attacks can seriously impact website performance and availability, making it difficult for users to access information or complete transactions.
- Businesses should take steps to protect themselves from DDoS attacks by implementing security measures such as firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
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"Amateurs hack systems, professionals hack people."