Fundamentals of Network Security Companion Guide (Cisco Networking Academy Program)

by Cisco Systems Inc.

Book Overview

Covers the installation, configuration, monitoring, and maintenance using Cisco command-line interface (CLI) and web-based device managers on both the Cisco IOS Firewall and the PIX Security... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1587131226
• ISBN13: 9781587131226
• Release Date: January 2004
• Publisher: Cisco Press
• Length: 870 Pages
• Weight: 4.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 2.2" x 8.0" x 9.7"

Customer Reviews

A complete reference and resource guide in one!

A complete reference and resource guide in one! Published by Cisco Press, Cisco Networking Academy Program Fundamentals of Network Security Companion Guide, ISBN 1587131226, by Cisco Systems, Inc., Cisco Networking Academy Program, thoroughly complements the Fundamentals of Network Security online course in the Cisco Networking Academy Program. The book is extremely well laid-out! The beginning starts with an overview of Network Security and provides the reader with insight on how to identify, defend and secure computer-based networks. The book quickly jumps into router and PIX configuration, management and vulnerabilities. Topics covered at length include Router and PIX security, as well as configuration examples and overviews. In order to reinforce the chapter lessons, the book includes several labs and exercises in each section. Each chapter concludes with a summary and key terms that can provide the reader with invaluable information. The most useful part of this book is the chapter questions to reinforce your understanding of the material. In order to complement the complete online course, there is a workbook that is published by Cisco Press, Cisco Networking Academy Program Fundamentals of Network Security Lab Companion and Workbook, ISBN 1587131234, by Cisco Systems, Inc. This workbook reinforces the methods and principals that are included in the companion guide. The book is written for anyone interested in learning about Network Security and how Cisco devices integrate and ensure secure connectivity. Many of the chapters that are included in this book can be utilized by Network Administrators as a quick reference guide. Even if you are not registered in the Cisco online course, you will be able to utilize the Cisco Networking Academy Program Fundamentals of Network Security Companion Guide as a resource and a definitive study reference for students seeking to obtain the Cisco Firewall Specialist and CompTIA Security + certifications. The book is written for anyone interested in learning about Network Security and how Cisco devices integrate and ensure secure connectivity. The CD included with the book "Cisco Networking Academy Program Fundamentals of Network Security Companion Guide CD-ROM" is similar to the online content and can be utilized to reinforce the material and lessons. The CD contains: Photo Zooms, Test Engine, E-Lab Activities, Demo Activities, and Additional Resources. The additional resources include command references and useful utilities to utilize on your network. This book by far is the best Cisco Press book that I have reviewed this year. The Cisco Networking Academy Program Fundamentals of Network Security Companion Guide is rated 4 out of 5 stars.

For anyone pursuing the Cisco online curriculum

Fundamentals Of Network Security Companion Guide is an 870-page textbook specifically written and designed to complement the Cisco Networking Academy Program online curriculum. Developed by a team of Cisco Systems experts, this comprehensive instructional expressly reflects the lessons that students study online, and an accompanying CD-ROM features activities similar to the online material to better understand the concepts. Topics covered and extensively discussed with practical examples include basic router and switch security; router AAA security; router site-to-site or remote access to VPNs; PIX security appliance from basic to advanced protocols; and so much more. A serious, in-depth text highly recommended for anyone pursuing the Cisco online curriculum, Fundamentals Of Network Security Companion Guide is a seminal and highly recommended addition to professional Computer Security reference collections.