Free Downloads Computer Security Fundamentals (3rd Edition)
ONE-VOLUME INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SECURITY Clearly explains core concepts, terminology, challenges, technologies, and skills Covers today’s latest attacks and countermeasures The perfect beginner’s guide for anyone interested in a computer security career Chuck Easttom brings together complete coverage of all basic concepts, terminology, and issues, along with all the skills you need to get started. Drawing on 20+ years of experience as a security instructor, consultant, and researcher, Easttom helps you take a proactive, realistic approach to assessing threats and implementing countermeasures. Writing clearly and simply, he addresses crucial issues that many introductory security books ignore, while addressing the realities of a world where billions of new devices are Internet-connected. This guide covers web attacks, hacking, spyware, network defense, security appliances, VPNs, password use, and much more. Its many tips and examples reflect new industry trends and the state-of-the-art in both attacks and defense. Exercises, projects, and review questions in every chapter help you deepen your understanding and apply all you’ve learned. Whether you’re a student, a professional, or a manager, this guide will help you protect your assets—and expand your career options. Learn how to · Identify and prioritize potential threats to your network · Use basic networking knowledge to improve security · Get inside the minds of hackers, so you can deter their attacks · Implement a proven layered approach to network security · Resist modern social engineering attacks · Defend against today’s most common Denial of Service (DoS) attacks · Halt viruses, spyware, worms, Trojans, and other malware · Prevent problems arising from malfeasance or ignorance · Choose the best encryption methods for your organization · Compare security technologies, including the latest security appliances · Implement security policies that will work in your environment · Scan your network for vulnerabilities · Evaluate potential security consultants · Master basic computer forensics and know what to do if you’re attacked · Learn how cyberterrorism and information warfare are evolving
Paperback: 448 pages
Publisher: Pearson IT Certification; 3 edition (June 23, 2016)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 078975746X
ISBN-13: 978-0789757463
Product Dimensions: 7 x 1.1 x 9.1 inches
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