Introduction Firewalls have evolved from providing simple packet filtering based on port and protocol combinations. Today’s cloud-based firewalls are virtualized in the cloud and provide rich features such as application-based filtering, microsegmentation, encrypted traffic inspection and DNS security. Cloud-based firewalls are becoming true security platforms that incorporate intrusion prevention and detection features and threat prevention services that allow organizations to stay protected against both known and unknown malware. This guide examines options for implementing firewalls within Amazon Web Services (AWS). It examines the needs and capabilities associated with today’s firewall and threat prevention services and details general, technical and operational consid

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