Socks.

Neural Information Process Systems

Network Intrusion Prevention System Software or a device that monitors network traffic and prevents attacks on a network or system. McAfee® IntruShield® is a NIPS system. See also HIPS, IPS.

Northern Ireland Prison Service. Added - 09 Thu March 2006 The Northern Ireland Prison Service's role is to provide prison services in Northern Ireland. Statutory duties are set out in the Prison Act (NI) 1953 and rules made under the Act.