Network Security JumpStart : Computer and Network Security Basics

Most people question why computers are so insecure-after all, people have been hacking for a long time.

Build Your Network Security Career on a Solid Foundation

Whether you’re setting out to earn a security certification or just want to know more about the security issues faced by all network administrators, Network Security JumpStart is the place to begin. Inside, a networking expert demystifies every aspect of the growing security imperative, giving you a firm footing from which you can realize your goals and develop a better understanding of computer and network security. Coverage Includes:

• Understanding security principles

• Understanding hacking

• Using encryption and authentication

• Managing security

• Securing Internet connections

• Using Virtual Private Networks

• Securing remote and home users

• Implementing virus protection

• Creating fault tolerance

• Securing Windows servers

• Securing UNIX servers

• Securing public web servers

• Securing public e-mail servers

• Detecting intrusion

Build Your Network Security Career on a Solid Foundation Whether you're setting out to earn a security certification or just want to know more about the security issues faced by all network administrators, Network Security JumpStart is the place to begin. Inside, a networking expert demystifies every aspect of the growing security imperative, giving you a firm footing from which you can realize your goals and develop a better understanding of computer and network security. Coverage Includes: Understanding security principles Understanding hacking Using encryption and authentication Managing security Securing Internet connections Using Virtual Private Networks Securing remote and home users Implementing virus protection Creating fault tolerance Securing Windows servers Securing UNIX servers Securing public web servers Securing public e-mail servers Detecting intrusion Annotation The JumpStart series was developed in response to requests from technical trainers seeking to ensure a level starting point for students in their classrooms. Leading security expert Strebe provides straightforward, tangible explanations to clarify a complicated topic. This book can serve as the perfect precursor to more advanced security certification studies or as a useful overview of the variety of issues confronting security professionals today Explains how to create a successful security program, covering anti-virus software, firewalls, smart cards, intrusion detection, secure e-commerce transactions, and recommended technical and administrative practices.