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There are several security measures that can be implemented to protect Local Area

Networks (LANs). Some common measures include:

- **Firewalls:** A firewall is a network security system that monitors and controls incoming
and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules. It can help prevent
unauthorized access to the network.

- **Encryption:** Encryption is the process of encoding data to prevent unauthorized access.


Data transmitted over a LAN can be encrypted to ensure its confidentiality and integrity.

- **Access control:** Access control involves restricting access to network resources based
on user identity and authorization level. This can help prevent unauthorized access to
sensitive data and resources.

- **Antivirus and anti-malware software:** Antivirus and anti-malware software can help
protect devices on a LAN from viruses, worms, and other malicious software.

- **Regular updates and patches:** Keeping software and firmware up-to-date with the latest
security patches can help protect against known vulnerabilities.

Implementing these and other security measures can help protect a LAN from unauthorized
access and other security threats.

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