NERD Packet Puzzler!

3. The latest version of the internet protocol that provides a larger address space and improved security compared to its predecessor.
5. A security protocol that provides data confidentiality and integrity for wired and wireless networks.
8. The process of establishing and maintaining the security parameters necessary for MACsec communication
10. A distributed database that maps domain names to their respective IP addresses
12. A protocol used for remote authentication and authorization of network access.
13. A technology that enables the creation of virtual local area networks for improved network management and security.
15. A set of techniques used to manage network traffic and prioritize certain types of traffic over others.
16. Network configuration that allows multiple servers to share the load for a single application or service

1. A technology used to provide redundancy in network connections, which combines multiple physical links into a single logical one
2. A network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security policies.
4. A unit of data transmitted over a network.
6. A networking equipment manufacturer that provides high-performance routing and switching solutions.
7. Creating an outbound and inbound channel, this fundamental component of MACsec enables secure communication between two devices.
9. A portion of a network that is segregated based on a common IP address prefix, improving security and network management.
11. A technique that enables multiple hosts to share the same IP address, improving availability and fault tolerance.
14. The process of directing network traffic from one device to another device.
17. A routing protocol used to exchange routing information between different autonomous systems on the internet.