Fundamentals of network security

This easy to understand book introduces to fundamental network security concepts, principles, and terms, while providing practical techniques. It helps identify the best type of intrusion detection system, develop organizational guidelines for password, set computer security policies, and perform a security review and risk assessment. It presents tools that can be used to test, strengthen, monitor, and hack systems.

Basic security concepts. Threats, vulnerabilities and attacks. Encryption, digital signatures and certification. Kerberos. Encryption on the WWW. E-mail. Operating system security. LAN security. Media and protocols. Routers and SNMP. Virtual private network. Firewalls. Biometrics. Policies and procedures. Auditing and intrusion detection. Crisis management planning. Browser security.