How does NTurbo enhance performance for flow-based inspection in FortiGate devices?

NTurbo enhances performance for flow-based inspection in FortiGate devices primarily by creating a special data path between the Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) engine and the network interfaces. This dedicated path allows for more efficient data handling and reduces processing delays, which is crucial for maintaining high throughput and low latency during inspection.

The specialized data path enables faster packet processing as it minimizes the need for unnecessary context switches that can slow down performance. As packets are inspected through this optimized route, the effect on overall network speed and efficiency is significantly positive, allowing the FortiGate firewall to better handle and analyze traffic processes in real-time without bottlenecking.

While other options mention aspects related to performance or resource utilization, they do not specifically address how the unique architecture of NTurbo directly influences the flow of data between components, which is essential for achieving the enhanced performance it offers for flow-based inspection.