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Wide Area Network (WAN) is a computer network that covers a wide geographic area and typically uses transmission facilities provided by common carriers, such as telephone companies. WANs can be used to connect cities, states, or even countries. They are often used to connect multiple local area networks (LANs). WANs are usually used to provide long-distance transmission and can include leased lines, satellite links, broadband wireless, and fiber optics.

1. Monitor network traffic: Establishing a baseline of network traffic is the first step in detecting a DDoS attack. Monitor incoming traffic to detect anomalies such as sudden spikes in requests or a large number of requests coming from the same IP address.

2. Use a Web Application Firewall (WAF): A WAF is a security system that monitors and filters incoming traffic. It can help to block malicious requests and protect against DDoS attacks.

3. Implement rate limiting: Rate limiting is a security technique that limits the number of requests that can be made in a certain amount of time. This can help to prevent DDoS attacks by blocking requests from malicious IP addresses.

4. Utilize cloud-based DDoS protection services: Cloud-based DDoS protection services can help to detect and mitigate DDoS attacks. These services can be used to detect suspicious traffic and block malicious requests.

5. Use a CDN: Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) can help to absorb the traffic of a DDoS attack by distributing the load across multiple servers. This can help to protect against large-scale attacks and reduce the impact of the attack.

6. Monitor logs: Monitoring logs can help to detect suspicious activity and provide insights into the origin of the attack. Logs should be monitored regularly to detect potential attacks.

7. Implement security best practices: Taking steps to secure your network such as patching systems, disabling unnecessary services, and hardening configurations can help to reduce the risk of a DDoS attack.

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Dynamic stretching is a type of stretching involving active movements of the body that take the muscles and joints through a full range of motion, such as lunges, leg swings, and arm circles. It is an effective way to warm up before physical activity and can help improve flexibility and movement, as well as reduce the risk of injury.