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Computer Security Fundamentals, Paperback / softback Book

Computer Security Fundamentals Paperback / softback

Part of the Pearson IT Cybersecurity Curriculum (ITCC) series

Paperback / softback

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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   Dr. 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 30 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 refl ect 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.   LEARN HOW TO   Identify and prioritize potential threats to your networkUse basic networking knowledge to improve securityGet inside the minds of hackers, so you can deter their attacksImplement a proven layered approach to network securityResist modern social engineering attacksDefend against today's most common Denial of Service (DoS) attacksHalt viruses, spyware, worms, Trojans, and other malwarePrevent problems arising from malfeasance or ignoranceChoose the best encryption methods for your organizationCompare security technologies, including the latest security appliancesImplement security policies that will work in your environmentScan your network for vulnerabilitiesEvaluate potential security consultantsMaster basic computer forensics and know what to do if you're attackedLearn how cyberterrorism and information warfare are evolving

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