Endpoint security includes host-based software products that secure computing devices, such as laptops, desktops, tablets, servers, and smartphones, from malware, cyberattacks, and unwanted applications. IoT (Internet of Things) devices are endpoints that also require securing.

Endpoint security consists of an endpoint protection platform (a software suite that includes antivirus, intrusion prevention, anti-malware, and other features) and endpoint detection and response (an advanced tool that detects threats, contains the incident, investigates with forensic and proactive hunting tools, and provides immediate response and remediation). Modern endpoint security combines these functions for superior performance.

• What are the top companies benchmarked in this analysis of the endpoint security industry?
  
• How can you analyze the competitive profiles of top companies and identify the major opportunities with vast growth potential?
  
• What industry best practices can your team adopt to optimize your growth strategies and ensure the security of vulnerable network endpoints?