Network security made simple: Security Groups vs NACLs vs Firewalls (and the patterns engineers actually use)

If you’re confused about Security Groups vs NACLs vs Firewalls, this guide breaks it down in plain English with the real patterns engineers actually use—how each layer works, where it applies (instance/ENI vs subnet vs perimeter), common mistakes to avoid, and practical “when to use what” examples for AWS and modern cloud architectures.

Network Security made simple:
✅ Security Groups = stateful, instance/ENI-level allow rules (your primary workload guardrail)
✅ NACLs = stateless, subnet-level allow/deny rules (coarse subnet boundaries & special controls)
✅ Firewalls = centralized inspection/policy (egress control, segmentation, advanced filtering)

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