Implementing and Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies (ENCOR) — Question 760

Which two features are available only in next-generation firewalls? (Choose two.)

Answer options

• A. application awareness
• B. packet filtering
• C. stateful inspection
• D. deep packet inspection
• E. virtual private network

Correct answer: A, D

Explanation

Application awareness and deep packet inspection are functionalities that distinguish next-generation firewalls from traditional ones, as they enable the analysis of application-level data and real-time traffic inspection. In contrast, packet filtering, stateful inspection, and virtual private networks are features that are also found in conventional firewalls.