Description: Mechanisms refer to the various methods and techniques used to protect against DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) attacks. These attacks aim to overwhelm a server, service, or network with malicious traffic, causing legitimate service disruption. To mitigate these risks, multiple mechanisms have been developed, including traffic filtering, rate limiting, the implementation of content delivery networks (CDNs), and the use of DDoS mitigation services. Each of these methods has specific characteristics that allow for the identification and blocking of unwanted traffic, ensuring that network resources remain available to legitimate users. The relevance of these mechanisms has grown exponentially with the increasing reliance on online services, where availability and service continuity are critical for businesses and users. Effective implementation of these mechanisms not only protects technological infrastructure but also safeguards customer reputation and trust in an increasingly threatening digital environment.
