The trusted CompTIA Security+ quick review study tool—updated for the new exam Written by a respected IT security consultant and edited by a leading authority on CompTIA certification Complete coverage of all new CompTIA Security+ exam objectives CD-ROM includes 200 simulated practice exam questions and an e-book

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Don't Let the Real Test Be Your First Test! Prepare for CompTIA Security+ Exam SY0-301 with McGraw-Hill—a Gold-Level CompTIA Authorized Partner. CompTIA Security+ Certification Practice Exams (Exam SY0-301) is filled with more than 800 realistic practice questions to prepare you for this challenging exam. To help you understand the material, in-depth explanations of both the correct and incorrect answers are included for every question. This practical guide covers all official objectives for Exam SY0-301 and is the perfect companion to CompTIA Security+ Certification Study Guide. Covers all exam topics, including: Network Basics and Terminology * Security Terminology * Security Policies and Standards * Types of Attacks * System Security Threats * Mitigating Security Threats * Implementing System Security * Securing the Network Infrastructure * Wireless Networking * Authentication * Cryptography * Managing a PKI Infrastructure * Physical Security * Risk Analysis * Disaster Recovery * Computer Forensics * Security Assessments and Audits * Monitoring and Auditing Electronic content includes: Complete MasterExam practice testing engine, featuring: -- One full practice exam -- Detailed answers with explanations -- Score Report performance assessment tool E-book for studying on the go With free online registration: One bonus downloadable MasterExam practice test From the Authors Organization and Design of This Book CompTIA Security+ Certification Practice Exams (Exam SY0-301) is a battery of practice test questions organized by the official exam objectives. The first 19 chapters contain over 500 questions that cover all of the objectives for the SY0-301 exam. The last chapter is a complete practice exam. The accompanying CD contains an additional practice exam in a simulated testing environment, and a third practice exam is available for free download via the web. This book was developed and written in conjunction with the CompTIA Security+ Certification Study Guide, by Glen E. Clarke. The order the objectives are presented in is identical, as are the chapter titles. These books were designed to work together as a comprehensive program for self-study. Strategies for Use There are a variety of ways in which this book can be used, whether used simultaneously with the CompTIA Security+ Certification Study Guide or as a stand-alone test prep tool. With the Study Guide: Taking a chapter-by-chapter approach, you can opt to read a Study Guide chapter and then practice what you have learned with the questions in the corresponding Practice Exams chapter, and alternate between books throughout your course of study. The Practice Exams book alone: Using the Practice Exams book after you have read the Study Guide, or as a stand-alone test prep tool, you can work through the book cover to cover and take the three practice exams as the final step in your preparation. Or, by means of the Exam Readiness Checklist, you can gauge your level of expertise and determine which objectives to focus on and work through the book by objectives. The Exam Readiness Checklist notes which questions pertain to which objectives, allowing you to tailor your review.

The best fully integrated CompTIA Security+ self-study package featuring 1200+ practice exam questions. Save 12% on this Boxed Set—with bonus electronic content! CompTIA Security+ Certification Boxed Set (Exam SY0-301) provides you with a variety of exam-focused, test-prep resources designed to work together as a comprehensive program for self-study. CompTIA Security+ Certification Study Guide features: 100% complete coverage of all official objectives for the exam Exam Readiness Checklist--you're ready for the exam when all objectives on the list are checked off Inside the Exam sections in every chapter that highlight key exam topics covered Two-Minute Drills for quick review at the end of every chapter Simulated exam questions that match the format, tone, topics, and difficulty of the real exam CompTIA Security+ Certification Practice Exams features: More than 800 practice exam questions In-depth explanations of both the correct and incorrect answers Total electronic content for the boxed set includes: Complete MasterExam practice testing engine, featuring: Two practice exams Two additional practice exams available for download with free online registration Detailed answers with explanations Score Report performance assessment tool CertCam video clips One hour of LearnKey online training Flash Trainer E-flashcards Security Audit Checklist Certification Review Guide Security URL Reference List PDF copies of the Study Guide and Practice Exams books Covers all CompTIA Security+ Exam SY0-301 topics, including: Networking Basics and Terminology * Security Terminology * Security Policies and Standards * Types of Attacks * System Security Threats * Mitigating Security Threats * Implementing System Security * Securing the Network Infrastructure * Wireless Networking and Security * Authentication * Access Control * Cryptography * Managing a Public Key Infrastructure * Physical Security * Risk Analysis * Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity * Computer Forensics * Security Assessments and Audits * Monitoring and Auditing

This quick review, cram-style study guide offers 100% coverage of every topic on the latest version of the CompTIA Security+ exam This powerful exam preparation resource presents an accelerated review of the pertinent technology and covers all objectives for the CompTIA Security+ exam (exam SY0-501). Written in the proven Passport format developed by training expert Mike Meyers, the book enables you to focus on specific topics, determine areas of need, and tailor an effective course for study. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Security+ Certification Passport, Fifth Edition (Exam SY0-501) features accurate practice exam questions and in-depth answer explanations as well as end-of-chapter bulleted summaries that reinforce salient points. Throughout, “Exam Tips” highlight important topics, “Local Lingo” notes define need-to-know terms, “Travel Advisories” alert you to potential pitfalls, and “Travel Assistance” icons specify resources for further information. • Provides complete coverage of every objective on exam SY0-501 • Electronic content includes 200 practice questions and a secured book PDF • Written by a pair of security experts and edited by certification guru Mike Meyers

Security Smarts for the Self-Guided IT Professional “An extraordinarily thorough and sophisticated explanation of why you need to measure the effectiveness of your security program and how to do it. A must-have for any quality security program!”—Dave Cullinane, CISSP, CISO & VP, Global Fraud, Risk & Security, eBay Learn how to communicate the value of an information security program, enable investment planning and decision making, and drive necessary change to improve the security of your organization. Security Metrics: A Beginner's Guide explains, step by step, how to develop and implement a successful security metrics program. This practical resource covers project management, communication, analytics tools, identifying targets, defining objectives, obtaining stakeholder buy-in, metrics automation, data quality, and resourcing. You'll also get details on cloud-based security metrics and process improvement. Templates, checklists, and examples give you the hands-on help you need to get started right away. Security Metrics: A Beginner's Guide features: Lingo--Common security terms defined so that you're in the know on the job IMHO--Frank and relevant opinions based on the author's years of industry experience Budget Note--Tips for getting security technologies and processes into your organization's budget In Actual Practice--Exceptions to the rules of security explained in real-world contexts Your Plan--Customizable checklists you can use on the job now Into Action--Tips on how, why, and when to apply new skills and techniques at work Caroline Wong, CISSP, was formerly the Chief of Staff for the Global Information Security Team at eBay, where she built the security metrics program from the ground up. She has been a featured speaker at RSA, ITWeb Summit, Metricon, the Executive Women's Forum, ISC2, and the Information Security Forum.

Get complete coverage of all the material on the Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) exam inside this comprehensive resource. Written by a leading IT security certification and training expert, this authoritative guide addresses all seven SSCP domains as developed by the International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium (ISC)2, including updated objectives effective February 1, 2012. You'll find lists of topics covered at the beginning of each chapter, exam tips, practice exam questions, and in-depth explanations. Designed to help you pass the exam with ease, SSCP Systems Security Certified Practitioner All-in-One Exam Guide also serves as an essential on-the-job reference. Covers all exam domains, including: Access controls Networking and communications Attacks Malicious code and activity Risk, response, and recovery Monitoring and analysis Controls and countermeasures Auditing Security operations Security administration and planning Legal issues Cryptography CD-ROM features: TWO PRACTICE EXAMS PDF COPY OF THE BOOK