CCSP Self-Study: Securing Cisco IOS Networks (SECUR)

Chapter 1

1:	List three reasons that explain why network security is becoming more important.
A1:	Answer: Network security is becoming more important because of the increased use of e-business, the requirement to do business safely in unsafe environments, and the need to implement the requirements of network security policies.
2:	What is the Cisco SAFE Blueprint?
A2:	Answer: The Cisco SAFE Blueprint is a loosely structured guide, based on Cisco and Cisco partner products, that can be used when designing the security elements of a network. SAFE builds layered security by developing and deploying mitigating defenses in depth against expected threats.
3:	What are the four types of security threats?
A3:	Answer: The four general threats to network security ...