* Master the material for the CompTIA Network+ exam * Test your knowledge with assessment questions, scenario problems, and labs * Practice on state-of-the-art test-preparation software The only guide you need for Network+ exam success... You're holding in your hands the most comprehensive and effective guide available for the CompTIA Network+ exam. A crack team of networking experts delivers incisive, crystal-clear explanations of every Network+ topic, highlighting exam-critical concepts and offering hands-on tips that can help you in your real-world networking career. Throughout, they provide pre-tests, exam-style assessment questions, scenario problems, and labs - everything you need to master the material and pass the exam. Inside, you'll find complete coverage of Network+ exam objectives * Get the scoop on network topologies and technologies, media standards, and network components * Master the ins and outs of MAC addresses, the OSI model, and common protocols such as TCP/IP, FTP, SMTP, and TFTP * Get a handle on TCP/UDP port functionality and services such as DHCP, DNS, WINS, and SNMP * Delve into IP addressing, public and private networks, WANs, remote access, and security protocols * Find out how to implement VLANs, network-attached storage, fault tolerance, disaster recovery, firewalls, and proxy servers * Get up to speed on network support, from client/server network configuration to troubleshooting wiring, networks, and remote connectivity Test-Prep Software on CD-ROM * Customizable test engine with hundreds of sample questions * Searchable e-version of the book * Observer demo version

The comprehensive A-to-Z guide on network security, fully revised and updated Network security is constantly evolving, and this comprehensive guide has been thoroughly updated to cover the newest developments. If you are responsible for network security, this is the reference you need at your side. Covering new techniques, technology, and methods for approaching security, it also examines new trends and best practices being used by many organizations. The revised Network Security Bible complements the Cisco Academy course instruction in networking security. Covers all core areas of network security and how they interrelate Fully revised to address new techniques, technology, and methods for securing an enterprise worldwide Examines new trends and best practices in use by organizations to secure their enterprises Features additional chapters on areas related to data protection/correlation and forensics Includes cutting-edge topics such as integrated cybersecurity and sections on Security Landscape, with chapters on validating security, data protection, forensics, and attacks and threats If you need to get up to date or stay current on network security, Network Security Bible, 2nd Edition covers everything you need to know.

As Linux continues its rapid expansion into Corporate America, the demand for qualified administrators has grown. As the Cisco, Microsoft, A+ and other certifications have shown, professional certifications are often a deciding factor when an individual is considered for a job. The Linux Professional Institute Certification 1 offers the validation of skill level beyond the power-user and helpdesk level, at an entry-level admin base. LPIC 1 Certification Bible is organized around the exam objectives.It includes self-assessment questions with each chapter as well as an inclusive practice exam at the end of the book. Plus, you'll find plenty of exam-taking tips and hints based on the live exams. Covers: Exam LPI-101

Everything you need to set up and maintain large or small networks Barrie Sosinsky Networking Bible Create a secure network for home or enterprise Learn basic building blocks and standards Set up for broadcasting, streaming, and more The book you need to succeed! Your A-Z guide to networking essentials Whether you're setting up a global infrastructure or just networking two computers at home, understanding of every part of the process is crucial to the ultimate success of your system. This comprehensive book is your complete, step-by-step guide to networking from different architectures and hardware to security, diagnostics, Web services, and much more. Packed with practical, professional techniques and the very latest information, this is the go-to resource you need to succeed. Demystify the basics: network stacks, bus architectures, mapping, and bandwidth Get up to speed on servers, interfaces, routers, and other necessary hardware Explore LANs, WANs, Wi-Fi, TCP/IP, and other types of networks Set up domains, directory services, file services, caching, and mail protocols Enable broadcasting, multicasting, and streaming media Deploy VPNs, firewalls, encryption, and other security methods Perform diagnostics and troubleshoot your systems

CIW Security Professional Certification Bible follows Prosoft Training's curriculum and objectives for the CIW Security exam, while providing information to help security professionals on the job. It details areas such as encryption technologies, types of incidents and attacks, system and network security, TCP/IP, managing the network boundary, implementing firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention. This book also covers securing the operating system, securing user accounts and file resources, assessing risk, auditing, scanning and discovery, defeating network penetration, creating security control procedures. Covers: Exam 1D0 470

Built around the exam objectives for easy reference during specific objective focus, A+ Certification Bible contains extensive self-evaluation opportunities to help you determine what areas need additional study. Comprehensive coverage allows you to maximize the information, and tailor your study to your own needs at any level of experience. Covers: Exam 220-201 and 220-202

Cisco Security Bible joins 2 hot topics -- security and Cisco -- in one comprehensive volume on installing, configuring, operating and managing the popular and effective Cisco network security products.