Book description
Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security (IINS) Foundation Learning Guide Second Edition
Foundation learning for the CCNA Security IINS 640-554 exam
Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security (IINS) Foundation Learning Guide, Second Edition, is a Cisco-authorized, self-paced learning tool for CCNA® Security 640-554 foundation learning. This book provides you with the knowledge needed to secure Cisco® networks. By reading this book, you will gain a thorough understanding of how to develop a security infrastructure, recognize threats and vulnerabilities to networks, and mitigate security threats.
This book focuses on using Cisco IOS routers
to protect the network by capitalizing on their advanced features
as a perimeter router, firewall, intrusion prevention system, and
site-to-site VPN device. The book also covers the use of Cisco
Catalyst switches for basic network security, the Cisco
Secure Access Control System (ACS), and the Cisco Adaptive Security
Appliance (ASA). You learn how to perform basic tasks to secure a
small branch office network using Cisco IOS security features
available through web-based GUIs (Cisco Configuration Professional)
and the CLI
on Cisco routers, switches, and ASAs.
Whether you are preparing for CCNA Security certification or simply want to gain a better understanding of Cisco IOS security fundamentals, you will benefit from the information provided in this book.
Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security (IINS) Foundation Learning Guide, Second Edition, is part of a recommended learning path from Cisco that includes simulation and hands-on training from authorized Cisco Learning Partners and self-study products from Cisco Press. To find out more about instructor-led training, e-learning, and hands-on instruction offered by authorized Cisco Learning Partners worldwide, please visit www.cisco.com/go/authorizedtraining.
-- Develop a comprehensive network security policy to counter threats against information security
-- Secure borderless networks
-- Learn how to use Cisco IOS Network Foundation Protection (NFP) and Cisco Configuration Professional (CCP)
-- Securely implement the management and reporting features of Cisco IOS devices
-- Deploy Cisco Catalyst Switch security features
-- Understand IPv6 security features
-- Plan threat control strategies
-- Filter traffic with access control lists
-- Configure ASA and Cisco IOS zone-based firewalls
-- Implement intrusion prevention systems (IPS) and network address translation (NAT)
-- Secure connectivity with site-to-site IPsec VPNs and remote access VPNs
This volume is in the Foundation Learning Guide Series offered by Cisco Press®. These guides are developed together with Cisco as the only authorized, self-paced learning tools that help networking professionals build their understanding of networking concepts and prepare for Cisco certification exams.
Category: Cisco Certification
Covers: CCNA Security IINS exam 640-554
Table of contents
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- About the Author
- About the Technical Reviewer
- Dedication
- Acknowledgments
- Contents at a Glance
- Contents
- Icons Used in This Book
- Command Syntax Conventions
- Introduction
- Part I: Networking Security Fundamentals
- Part II: Protecting the Network Infrastructure
- Part III: Threat Control and Containment
- Part IV: Secure Connectivity
- Appendix A. Answers to Chapter Review Questions
- Index
Product information
- Title: Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security (IINS 640-554) Foundation Learning Guide, Second Edition
- Author(s):
- Release date: November 2012
- Publisher(s): Cisco Press
- ISBN: 9780132983341
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