1st Edition
by Charles J. Brooks (Author), Christopher Grow (Author), Philip Craig (Author), Donald Short (Author)
An accessible introduction to cybersecurity concepts and practices
Cybersecurity Essentials
provides a comprehensive introduction to the field, with expert
coverage of essential topics required for entry-level cybersecurity
certifications. An effective defense consists of four distinct
challenges: securing the infrastructure, securing devices, securing
local networks, and securing the perimeter. Overcoming these challenges
requires a detailed understanding of the concepts and practices within
each realm. This book covers each challenge individually for greater
depth of information, with real-world scenarios that show what
vulnerabilities look like in everyday computing scenarios. Each part
concludes with a summary of key concepts, review questions, and hands-on
exercises, allowing you to test your understanding while exercising
your new critical skills.
Cybersecurity jobs range from basic
configuration to advanced systems analysis and defense assessment. This
book provides the foundational information you need to understand the
basics of the field, identify your place within it, and start down the
security certification path.
- Learn security and surveillance fundamentals
- Secure and protect remote access and devices
- Understand network topologies, protocols, and strategies
- Identify threats and mount an effective defense
Cybersecurity Essentials gives you the building blocks for an entry level security certification and provides a foundation of cybersecurity knowledge
