Computer Security Fundamentals

ONE-VOLUME INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SECURITY Clearly explains core concepts, terminology, challenges, technologies, and skills Covers todays latest attacks and countermeasures The perfect beginners 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 youve learned. Whether youre a student, a professional, or a manager, this guide will help you protect your assetsand 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 todays 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 youre attacked    Learn how cyberterrorism and information warfare are evolving