what is the primary role of an endpoint security solution

An endpoint security solution plays a crucial role in a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy by protecting individual devices (endpoints), such as computers, laptops, mobile devices, and servers, from cybersecurity threats. It helps prevent, detect, and respond to various types of malicious activities, including malware, ransomware, phishing attacks, and data breaches that can target endpoints. Endpoint security solutions typically include features such as antivirus, firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, device control, and data encryption to ensure the security and integrity of endpoints within a network.