This study guide for the SYO-201 security exam, now in its second edition, covers all of the best practices in the field so that IT professionals can identify threats and risks, secure communications and networks, understand cryptographic principles and solutions and maintain effective access control. Barrett (network security and computer forensics, U. of Advancing Technology), Hausman (information technology, Texas A&M U.) and Weiss (manager of information security, RSA) cover Security+ basics such as infrastructure security, assessment and audits and organizational security. Two separate practice exams and answer keys are also provided, and an enclosed CD-ROM contains detailed explanations of correct and incorrect answers, multiple test modes and random questions. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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CompTIA® Security+ Exam Cram Second Edition Exam SY0-201 Diane Barrett Kirk Hausman Martin Weiss The Smart Way to Study™ Covers the critical information you need to know to score higher on your Security+ exam! 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 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. 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. Martin Weiss (CISSP, Security+, MCSE) is a manager of information security gurus at RSA, the security division of EMC. 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 informit.com/examcram ISBN-13: 978-0-7897-3804-2 ISBN-10: 0-7897-3804-X
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