Wiley Pathways Network Security Fundamentals

by Cole, Eric; Krutz, Ronald L.; Conley, James; Reisman, Brian; Ruebush, Mitch; Gollmann, Dieter; Reese, Rachelle

• ISBN13: 9780470101926
• ISBN10: 047010192X
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-08-28
• Publisher: WILEY

Summary

You can get there Whether you're already working and looking to expand your skills in the computer networking and security field or setting out on a new career path, Network Security Fundamentals will help you get there. Easy-to-read, practical, and up-to-date, this text not only helps you learn network security techniques at your own pace; it helps you master the core competencies and skills you need to succeed. With this book, you will be able to: * Understand basic terminology and concepts related to security * Utilize cryptography, authentication, authorization and access control to increase your Windows, Unix or Linux network's security * Recognize and protect your network against viruses, worms, spyware, and other types of malware * Set up recovery and fault tolerance procedures to plan for the worst and to help recover if disaster strikes * Detect intrusions and use forensic analysis to investigate the nature of the attacks Network Security Fundamentals is ideal for both traditional and online courses. The accompanying Network Security Fundamentals Project Manual ISBN: 978-0-470-12798-8 is also available to help reinforce your skills. Wiley Pathways helps you achieve your goals The texts and project manuals in this series offer a coordinated curriculum for learning information technology. Learn more at www.wiley.com/go/pathways.

Author Biography

Rachelle Reese has been designing and developing technical training courses for over ten years and has written a number of books on programming. She has an MA from San Jose State University. She is also a Microsoft Certified Application Developer (MCAD).

Table of Contents

Computer and Network Security Principles

Network and Server Security

Cryptography

Authentication

Authorization and Access Control

Securing Network Transmission

Remote Access and Wireless Security

Server Roles and Security

Protecting Against Malware

Ongoing Security Management

Fault Tolerance and Disaster Recovery

Intrusion Detection and Response

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