Network Security Bible [Paperback]

Eric Cole (Author), Ronald L. Krutz (Author), James Conley (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0764573977 | ISBN-13: 978-0764573972 | Publication Date: January 13, 2005 | Edition: 1

• A must for working network and security professionals as well as anyone in IS seeking to build competence in the increasingly important field of security
• Written by three high-profile experts, including Eric Cole, an ex-CIA security guru who appears regularly on CNN and elsewhere in the media, and Ronald Krutz, a security pioneer who cowrote The CISSP Prep Guide and other security bestsellers
• Covers everything from basic security principles and practices to the latest security threats and responses, including proven methods for diagnosing network vulnerabilities and insider secrets for boosting security effectiveness

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From the Back Cover

If you need a solid foundation in network security, this is it

Here at last is a comprehensive, focused guide that covers network security from applications to zip files. You'll learn network security principles and best practices, how to apply measures appropriate to various systems, how to identify and respond to an intrusion, and how to evaluate your security. You'll even get guidance in making the case for enhanced security to leaders of the organization. Whether you're learning the basics or seeking more detailed knowledge, you'll find this reference invaluable.

Inside, you'll find complete coverage of network security issues

Identify and apply best practices for Windows®, UNIX®, and Linux® systems

• Understand the fundamental tenets of information system security, especially confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA)
• Set up appropriate security policies and manage implementation
• Learn to secure Web browsers, protect corporate portals, and implement secure e-commerce applications
• Configure e-mail systems and set up different types of servers for safer access
• Choose the best security approach for various network protocols, particularly OSI and TCP
• Explore the special security issues of wireless networks
• Examine cryptography and steganography and how they can support communications security
• Test your system and interpret the results

About the Author

Eric Cole, PhD, has appeared as a security expert on CBS News, 60 Minutes, and CNN Headline News.

Ronald Krutz, PhD, is the founder of the Carnegie Mellon Research Institute Cybersecurity Center.

James W. Conley has been a security officer in the United States Navy and a senior security specialist on CIA development efforts.

Product Details

• Paperback: 694 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 1 edition (January 13, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764573977
• ISBN-13: 978-0764573972
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.5 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,090,423 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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31 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Great Book, But.........., May 30, 2005

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Pamela L. Badini - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Network Security Bible (Paperback)

This is a great book; it goes in great detail about security in all aspects of the computer industry. However it lacks one critical aspect, how do I do that? Like all network and computer professionals, I do not know everything, so when you tell me I should do something a certain way I'd hope that you will also tell me how to do it. With this book I found myself saying, maybe they will tell me what to do later, over and over, never happens. If you want to buy a book that's a reference manual, this is the one to get. If you are looking for a "how to" as well as a "what to look for" book, consider looking elsewhere.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Picked it up for Sec+ now, GSEC later, October 13, 2010

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This review is from: Network Security Bible (Paperback)

This was a decent book on security. I actually picked this book up to provide additional material for the Security+ (which was very easy by the way) and to provide something to help me self study for GSEC in the coming months. I found this book to be very useful for both cert and non cert study. It can be a little dry at times but that is to be expected.

7 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Powerful and indepth, January 12, 2005

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Kellie (Dallas, TX) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Network Security Bible (Paperback)

This is one of the best network security books I have read. It covers a broad area, and the authors have done their research well. Even topics like steganography, which many books fail to address, are covered. Its up to date threat examples are extremely helpful.