Whether you're setting out to earn a security certification or just want to know more about the security issues faced by all network administrators, Network Security JumpStart is the place to begin. Inside, a networking expert demystifies every aspect of the growing security imperative, giving you a firm footing from which you can realize your goals and develop a better understanding of computer and network security. Coverage Includes:

• Understanding security principles
• Understanding hacking
• Using encryption and authentication
• Managing security
• Securing Internet connections
• Using Virtual Private Networks
• Securing remote and home users
• Implementing virus protection
• Creating fault tolerance
• Securing Windows servers
• Securing UNIX servers
• Securing public web servers
• Securing public e-mail servers
• Detecting intrusion