Guide to Firewalls and Network Security: Intrusion Detection and VPNs

Description

This text is designed for the student and network administrator who need to learn the basics of network firewall security. It covers basic installation techniques, discusses how to make an intelligent choice of firewall technology, and presents basic firewall troubleshooting. It contains pedagogical features including chapter review questions, hands-on exercises and case projects that allow the reader to practice skills as they are learned. In addition, this text maps to the CheckPoint CCSA Certification.

Table of Contents

1. Firewall Planning and Design
2. Developing a Security Policy
3. Firewall Configuration Strategies
4. Packet Filtering
5. Working with Proxy Servers and Application-Level Firewalls
6. Authenticating Users
7. Encryption and Firewalls
8. Choosing a Bastion Host
9. Setting up a Virtual Private Network
10. Building Your Own Firewall
11. Ongoing Administration
Appendix A: Security Resources

Features

• Provides detailed coverage on how to plan, install, and maintain a firewall
• Extensive hands-on projects, case projects, and review questions in each chapter reinforce network security skills as they are learned
• Includes a survey of VPN and firewall products from freeware and inexpensive mid-range options to enterprise solutions such as Linksys and Check Point
• Instructor support materials make this text perfect for teaching and learning about network security