This text is designed for the student and network administrator who need to learn the basics of network firewall security. It covers basic installation techniques, discusses how to make an intelligent choice of firewall technology, and presents basic firewall troubleshooting. It contains pedagogical features including chapter review questions, hands-on exercises and case projects that allow the reader to practice skills as they are learned. In addition, this text maps to the CheckPoint CCSA...
This text is designed for the student and network administrator who need to learn the basics of network firewall security. It covers basic installation techniques, discusses how to make an intelligent choice of firewall technology, and presents basic firewall troubleshooting. It contains pedagogical features including chapter review questions, hands-on exercises and case projects that allow the reader to practice skills as they are learned. In addition, this text maps to the CheckPoint CCSA Certification.
1. Firewall Planning and Design 2. Developing a Security Policy 3. Firewall Configuration Strategies 4. Packet Filtering 5. Working with Proxy Servers and Application-Level Firewalls 6. Authenticating Users 7. Encryption and Firewalls 8. Choosing a Bastion Host 9. Setting Up a Virtual Private Network 10. Building Your Own Firewall 11. Ongoing Administration Appendix A: Security Resources