computer network defense

nouncandidate·updated May 12, 2026

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Actions taken to defend against unauthorized activity within computer networks. CND includes monitoring, detection, analysis (such as trend and pattern analysis), and response and restoration activities.

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acronym: CND
plural: computer network defenses
possessive: computer network defense's
pluralpossessive: computer network defenses'

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