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CompTIA Security+ Exam Cram (Exam Cram (Pearson))

โœ Scribed by Diane Barrett, Kirk Hausman, Martin M. Weiss


Publisher
Pearson IT Certification
Year
2008
Tongue
English
Leaves
553
Edition
2
Category
Library

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โœฆ Synopsis


CompTIAยฎ Security+ Exam Cram

Second Edition

Exam SY0-201

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Diane Barrett

Kirk Hausman

Martin Weiss

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The Smart Way to Studyโ„ข

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Covers the critical information you need to know to score higher on your Security+ exam!

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  • Master and implement general security best practices
  • Systematically identify threats and risks to your systems
  • Harden systems by eliminating nonessential services
  • Secure your communications, networks, and infrastructure
  • Systematically identify and protect against online vulnerabilities
  • Implement effective access control and authentication
  • Create security baselines and audit your security infrastructure
  • Understand cryptographic principles, and effectively deploy cryptographic solutions
  • Organize security from both a technical and organizational standpoint
  • Manage every facet of security, including education and documentation
  • Understand the laws related to IT security, and the basics of forensic investigations

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WRITTEN BY LEADING EXPERTS:

Diane Barrett (MCSE, A+, Security+) is a professor in the Network Security and Computer Forensics programs at the University of Advancing Technology. She belongs to several security user groups, including HTCIA and InfraGard.

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Kirk Hausman (MCSE, Security+) has worked for more than 20 years as a consultant, trainer, IT manager, and network and security administrator. He works for Texas A&M University as assistant commandant for IT.

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Martin Weiss (CISSP, Security+, MCSE) is a manager of information security gurus at RSA, the security division of EMC.

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CD Features Test Engine Powered by MeasureUp!

  • Detailed explanations of correct and incorrect answers
  • Multiple test modes
  • Random questions and order of answers
  • Coverage of each Security+ exam objective

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ISBN-13: 978-0-7897-3804-2

ISBN-10: 0-7897-3804-X

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โœฆ Table of Contents


Cover
Table of Contents
Introduction
The CompTIA Certification Program
Taking a Certification Exam
Tracking Certification Status
About This Book
Chapter Format and Conventions
Exam Topics
Self-Assessment
CompTIA Certification in the Real World
The Ideal CompTIA Certification Candidate
Put Yourself to the Test
How to Prepare for an Exam
Studying for the Exam
Testing Your Exam Readiness
Dealing with Test Anxiety
Day of the Exam
Part I: System Security
Chapter 1: System Threats and Risks
Systems Security Threats
Security Threats to System Hardware and Peripherals
Exam Prep Questions
Answers to Exam Prep Questions
Suggested Reading and Resources
References
Chapter 2: Online Vulnerabilities
Web Vulnerabilities
Protocol Vulnerabilities
File Transfer Protocol Vulnerabilities
Wireless Network Vulnerabilities
Network Device and Transmission Media Vulnerabilities
Exam Prep Questions
Answers to Exam Prep Questions
Additional Reading and Resources
Part II: Infrastructure Security
Chapter 3: Infrastructure Basics
Port and Protocol Threats and Mitigation Techniques
Network Design Elements and Components
Network Security Tools
Exam Prep Questions
Answers to Exam Prep Questions
Additional Reading and Resources
Chapter 4: Infrastructure Security and Controls
Implementing Security Applications
Virtualization Technology
Applying Network Tools to Facilitate Security
Logical Access Control Methods
Risk and Return on Investment
Exam Prep Questions
Answers to Exam Prep Questions
Additional Reading and Resources
Part III: Access Control
Chapter 5: Access Control and Authentication Basics
Access Control
Authentication
Operating System Hardening
Physical Access Security Methods
Exam Prep Questions
Answers to Exam Prep Questions
Additional Reading and Resources
Chapter 6: Securing Communications
Remote Access
Electronic Mail
Instant Messaging
Web Connectivity
Exam Prep Questions
Answers to Exam Prep Questions
Suggested Reading and Resources
Part IV: Assessments and Audits
Chapter 7: Intrusion Detection and Security Baselines
Intrusion Detection
Security Baselines
Exam Prep Questions
Answers to Exam Prep Questions
Additional Reading and Resources
Chapter 8: Auditing
Using Monitoring Tools to Detect Security-Related Anomalies
Monitoring Methodologies
Logging Procedures and Evaluation
Periodic Audits of System Security Settings
Exam Prep Questions
Answers to Exam Prep Questions
Additional Reading and Resources
Part V: Cryptography
Chapter 9: Cryptography Basics
Encryption Algorithms
Steganography
CIA Triad
Nonrepudiation and Digital Signatures
Whole Disk Encryption
Hashing Concepts
Symmetric Encryption Algorithms
Asymmetric Encryption Algorithms
Wireless
Exam Prep Questions
Answers to Exam Prep Questions
Suggested Readings and Resources
Chapter 10: Cryptography Deployment
PKI Standards
PKI Components
Key Management and the Certificate Life Cycle
Protocols and Applications
Exam Prep Questions
Answers to Exam Prep Questions
Suggested Readings and Resources
Part VI: Organizational Security
Chapter 11: Organizational Security
Disaster Recovery and Redundancy Planning
Backup Techniques and Practices
System Restoration
Exam Prep Questions
Answers to Exam Prep Questions
Suggested Readings and Resources
Chapter 12: Organizational Controls
Incident Response Procedures
Forensics
Applicable Legislation and Organizational Policies
The Importance of Environmental Controls
The Risks of Social Engineering
Exam Prep Questions
Answers to Exam Prep Questions
Recommended Reading and Resources
Part VII: Practice Exams and Answers
Practice Exam 1
Practice Exam 1 Answer Key
Answers at a Glance
Answers with Explanations
Practice Exam 2
Practice Exam 2 Answer Key
Answers at a Glance
Answers with Explanations
Appendix: Whatโ€™s on the CD-ROM
Multiple Test Modes
Study Mode
Certification Mode
Custom Mode
Attention to Exam Objectives
Installing the CD
Creating a Shortcut to the MeasureUp Practice Tests
Technical Support
Glossary
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