Computer Science

For introductory courses in Network Security; also appropriate as a supplementary text to a general information course in Networking.

This text solves the need for a resource that illustrates the principles underlying security technology, as well as provides complete hands-on exercises for the laboratory. Based on open-source software, this text is oriented toward the first-time networking student. Progressive, practical exercises build confidence; SOHO (small-office-home-office) users will also be impressed with the information provided in the text, as for these users the affordability of open-source solutions can be critical.

For introductory courses in Network Security; also appropriate as a supplementary text to an introductory course in Networking.

Oriented toward the first-time networking student, Firewalls and VPNs illustrates the underlying principles of security technology with hands-on lab exercises.

Q. Are open-source firewalls important coverage for you?

A:  Firewalls and VPNs  shows students how to protect the organization from unwanted activities originating from either the internet or the internal network.  The coverage of open-source solutions is also critical for SOHO (small-office-home-office) users.

Q. Do you cover the services that Firewalls support and applications that Firewalls protect?

A: Firewalls and VPNs  demonstrates the best firewall setup according to two sets of requjirements; services you want your internal network to access; and services your internal network will provide to the outside world.

Q. Do you cover IPsec and TLS-based VPNs?

A: Firewalls and VPNs  shows students the maintenance phase of the system life-cycle.

Q. Are case studies and hands-on projects helpful?

A. Firewalls and VPNs provides complete hands-on exercises for the laboratory

Other Points of Differentiation

In-depth review of TCP/IP and related protocols.

- Gives students a thorough introduction to network and application security.

Thorough coverage of open-source firewalls.

- Shows students how to protect the organization from unwanted activities originating from either the internet or the internal network.

Excellent detail on the services that Firewalls support and applications that Firewalls protect.

- Demonstrates for students the best firewall setup according to two sets of requirements: services you want your internal network to access; and services your internal network will provide to the outside world. 

Unique, in-depth coverage of IPsec and TLS-based VPNs.

- Shows students the maintenance phase of the system life-cycle.

Outstanding coverage of firewall logs and log servers.

- Describes for students how to get the most out of your firewall and systems logs with proper configuration of the systems and adequate logging of activity.

Preface

PART ONE: NETWORKING CONCEPTS AND THE TCP/IP PROTOCOL SUITE
Chapter 1:  Introduction to Network and Data Link Layer Protocols
Chapter 2:  TCP and UDP in Detail

PART TWO: FIREWALL BASICS

Chapter 3:  Software, Small Office, and Enterprise Firewalls
Chapter 4:  Threats, Packet Filtering, and Stateful Firewalls
Chapter 5:  Illustrated Exercises in Basic Firewall Installation
Chapter 6:  Determining Requirements for the Firewall

PART THREE: VPNS AND LOGGING

Chapter 7:  Introduction to Advanced Firewall Concepts and Terminology
Chapter 8:  Virtual Private Networks
Chapter 9:  Techniques for Integration of Firewall Logs and System Logs

Appendix A: Generating Operating System Images
Appendix B: Initial Lab Setup and Hardware Requirements for Lab Variations
Appendix C: TCP and UDP Port List
Appendix D: ICMP Types
Appendix E: IP Protocol Transport Numbers
Glossary
References

Network Security (Computer Science)
Firewalls and Virtual Private Networks (Computer Science)
Firewalls and Virual Private Networks (Security)
Network Defense and Countermeasures (Security)
Network Defense and Countermeasures (Computer Science)

Dr. Richard W. Tibbs

Dr. Tibbs earned a Ph.D. from George Mason University’s College of System and Information Technology Engineering, specializing in operations research. He holds an M.S. in Computer Science and a B.S. in Applied Mathematics from the University of ado, Boulder. His research interests are network security, network and computer capacity planning, queuing theory & simulation, traffic monitoring & analysis, and adaptive routing in telecommunications networks. He is a member of ACM, IEEE, and INFORMS. He has worked in industry, government, and academia for over 20 years before joining Radford University as a full-time faculty member. His industry background includes aerospace, telecommunications, and software development. His government background includes the U.S. Geological Survey, the MITRE Corporation, a federally funded research and development center where he worked on Department of Transportation projects.

Mr. Oakes earned a B.S. in Computer Science from Radford University and is currently completing an M.S. in Education with concentration in Technology. In 2004 he was awarded the Anna Lee Stewart Award for Contributions to Faculty Development. He is currently the Director of Academic Computing at Radford University and has over 14 years of experience in networking and security. In addition to other roles, he has served as the Information Security Officer for Radford University for over 5 years. His interests include network security, wireless computing, and incorporating technology into the classroom.

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