Network Security Illustrated [Paperback]

Jason Albanese (Author), Wes Sonnenreich (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0071415041 | ISBN-13: 978-0071415040 | Publication Date: September 26, 2003 | Edition: 1

Organized around common problems rather than technology or protocols, this reference shows readers all their options. It helps make the best decisions based on available budget and explains the limitations and risks of each solution. It contains excellent visuals - intuitive illustrations and maps, not graphs and charts and shows how to implement the chosen solution.

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From the Back Cover

Network security: fast & fun?

If you think a background in computer science is necessary for understanding information security, think again.

Network Security Illustrated explores information security using a simple, powerful methodology and captivating illustrations. This highly accessible approach makes learning how to protect valuable data and computer systems fast and fun.

BONUS: The enclosed wall poster reinforces every major security concept and relationship via intuitive illustrations.

Do you want to better understand how computer security impacts your business?

Organized around common business problems instead of technology, this easily navigable, illustrated reference will help you:

1. Understand major security concepts and solutions
2. Identify limitations and risks in security strategies
3. Select and implement solutions that are right for your needs

Perfect for all managers who make business decisions about security and need to get up to speed on security concepts, Network Security Illustrated is equally beneficial to network administrators, security specialists, and solutions developers.

LEARN HOW TO:
* Manage and Outsource Security
* Identify and Authenticate Users
* Protect a Network’s Infrastructure
* Store, Hide, and Access Information Securely
* Detect Intrusions and Recover From Disasters
* And much, much more!

About the Author

Jay Albanese and Wes Sonnenreich are cofounders of SageSecure LLC, an information security consulting company. SageSecure offers strategic insight and know-how for integrating security with business information processes. This book evolved as a result of Wes and Jason's many years of IT consulting experience.

Product Details

• Paperback: 423 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional; 1 edition (September 26, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0071415041
• ISBN-13: 978-0071415040
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.3 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #393,141 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Indispensable, November 1, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Network Security Illustrated (Paperback)

This book is a must read for anyone involved in the ever-changing world of technology. Reading this book provided an amazing plain-english understanding of all issues surrounding network security especially as they relate to my businesses and my clients. As an attorney, this book gave me the ability to understand the language my clients speak and to relate to the specific needs of their different businesses - especially in light of today's regulatory environment (i.e. Health care, Securities, etc). It has also proven to be an essential tool for my own IT department regarding our own issues when dealing with sensitive and confidential client information.

3 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A much-needed guide, October 29, 2003

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Justin Szlasa (New York, NY United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Network Security Illustrated (Paperback)

With intelligence and wit this book tackles an issue that keeps business and IT executives up at night. For an intelligent business person, the book strikes the perfect balance between readability and technical content. It fills the wide gap on the shelf between the dumbed down primers and the textbooks for doctoral candidates. The graphic interpretations (that Edward Tufte would appreciate) perfectly complement the text.

You'll find the book indispensable if you are a non-technical executive who needs to understand network security or if you are an IT professional who needs to explain it in business terms.

2 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars happy customer, October 24, 2003

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MEG (new york, ny) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Network Security Illustrated (Paperback)

When I bought the book, I didn't know what to expect but am now very happy I made the purchase. It clearly and concisely informs, pointing out the holes that may exist and providing the tools and know-how for business-driven solutions. Now I have a whole lot more confidence in my ability to address security concerns and articulate our capacity to investors, helping to reassure them that we are vigilant in practice.

The map is indispensable, perfect for rendering network issues in comprehensible terms. When network security questions arise, it'll be nice to have the map handy to help illustrate explanations, which, the book demonstrates, need not be unwieldy.

Both tech guys and execs should read the book. It provides a common language with which to talk about network security, facilitating communication on the most serious of organizational priorities.