Network Security First-Step

• For everyone who wants to learn about network security and build a career in this crucial, fast-growing profession
• Updated, easy-to-understand introductions to hackers, attacks, security tools/technologies, networking equipment, wireless security, and more
• Authoritative, step-by-step, best-practice guidance on preparing for and reacting to security incidents

Today, every business relies on the Internet - and, therefore, every business requires strong network security. Network Security First-Step, Second Edition explains the basics of modern network security in easy language anyone can understand, even those with no previous technical experience. You will: " Discover and understand the core technologies that deliver and manage network security " Clearly understand the full spectrum of modern security threats, procedures, tools, and technologies " Understand how security components can be organized and designed to provide stronger security This edition's extensively updated coverage includes: hacker attacks, security technologies and protocols, firewalls, router security, IPsec, VPNs, wireless security, intrusion detection, security tools, and much more. All-new chapters cover security policies and procedures, as well as security guidelines and standards. The authors also present an extensive new discussion of the legal implications of security breaches and compliance. Throughout, consistent features simplify both learning and reference: -Essentials First approach begins each technical discussion with a real-world/first-step overview, organizing complex subjects into small, easy-to-understand elements -Chapter Mini Case Studies, many with simple diagrams that show how network security is typically implemented -Highlighted Keywords with definitions in boxes