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OverviewPrepare for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam that covers the skills required to perform core security functions and pursue a career in IT. You will learn the basic principles of network security. Computer network vulnerabilities and threats are covered and you will learn how to safeguard computer networks. Network security planning, technology, and organization are discussed along with associated legal and ethical issues. Lesson objectives and instruction succinctly review each major topic, including: network fundamentals, operational and organizational security, risk management, wireless security, change management, physical security, forensics, network attacks, and much more. What You Will Learn Identify the concepts of confidentiality, integrity, and availability Implement secure network administration principles Apply appropriate risk mitigation strategies Explain the impact of physical security on computer and network security Use assessment tools to discover security threats and vulnerabilities Implement appropriate security controls when performing account management Who This Book Is For Security professionals looking to get this credential, including systems administrators, network administrators, security administrators, junior IT auditors and penetration testers, security specialists, security consultants, security engineers, and more Full Product DetailsAuthor: Ahmed F. SheikhPublisher: APress Imprint: APress Edition: 1st ed. Weight: 0.552kg ISBN: 9781484262337ISBN 10: 1484262336 Pages: 266 Publication Date: 13 September 2020 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand  We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsChapter 1. General Concepts Identify the concepts of confidentiality, integrity and availability. Perform packet level analysis. Chapter 2. Chapter 2. Network Fundamentals Infrastructure Security Explain the security function and purpose of network devices and technologies. Implement secure network administration principles. Differentiate network design elements and compounds. Use common protocols to employ infrastructure security. Identify commonly used default network ports. Chapter 3. IDS Wireless Security Explain the security function and purpose of network devices and technologies. Apply secure network administration principles. Implement a wireless network in a secure manner. Chapter 4. Role of People in Security—Operational and Organizational Security Explain the importance of security-related awareness and training. Chapter 5. Risk Management Explain risk related concepts. Apply appropriate risk mitigation strategies. Chapter 6. Change Management Compare aspects of business continuity. Execute disaster recovery plans and procedures. Chapter 7. Physical Security Explain the impact of physical security on computer and network security. Explain the impact and proper use of environmental controls. Chapter 8. Forensics, Legal Issues, Privacy Apply appropriate incident response procedures. Identify the various laws that affect cybersecurity. Chapter 9. Attacks Identify the different types of malware that exist. Describe computer attacks. Chapter 10. Network Attacks Identify different types of network attacks. Use assessment tools to discover security threats and vulnerabilities. Chapter 11. Baseline Secure Software Development Explain the importance of application security. Carry out appropriate procedures to establish host security. Explain the importance of data security. Chapter 12. Email and IM Web Components Describe security issues associated with Email and Instant Messaging. Explain web applications, plug-ins, and related security issues. Explain web-based application security issues. Chapter 13. Authentication and Remote Access Explain the function and purpose of authentication services. Explain the fundamental concepts and best practices related to authentication. Identify the methods and protocols used for remote access to networks. Chapter 14. Access Control and Privilege Management Explain the fundamental concepts and best practices related to authorization and access control. Implement appropriate security controls when performing account management. Chapter 15. Cryptography Summarize general cryptography concepts. Apply appropriate cryptographic tools and products. Chapter 16. Public Key Infrastructure Explain the core concepts of public key infrastructure. Implement Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), certificate management and associated components.ReviewsAuthor InformationAhmed Sheikh is a Fulbright alumnus and has earned a master's degree in electrical engineering from Kansas State University, USA. He is a seasoned IT expert with a specialty in network security planning and skills in cloud computing. Currently, he is working as IT Expert Engineer at a leading IT electrical company. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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