Microsoft Windows Security Essentials

Learn Windows Security Quickly and Easily
This full–color guide covers the basics of securing a Windows operating system and prepares you to take the Microsoft Technology Associate Exam 98–367, Security Fundamentals. You′ll learn essential security principles, then quickly get up to speed on malware, NTFS permissions, firewalls, encryption, and much more. This is the ideal book, whether you′re aspiring to be an IT professional, or just brushing up on the basics.
Learn these Windows security essentials—and more:
Understanding how risk and threat impact security principles
Recognizing malware in all its forms
Defending against social engineering attacks
Identifying the three aspects of user authentication
Securing access using NTFS permissions
Protecting clients, servers, and networks
Understanding encryption, certificates, and PKIs
Preparing for MTA Exam 98–367, Security Fundamentals
View full–color images of system security settings
Practical illustrations help reinforce learning objectives
This striking Essentials book maximizes skill acquisition and knowledge retention with:
Chapter–opening learning objectives
Full coverage of all exam topics
Four–color screenshots and illustrations
Essentials and Beyond—summaries and additional suggested exercises
Chapter review questions

Spis treści:
Introduction.
Chapter 1 Understanding Core Security Principles.
Chapter 2 Understanding Malware and Social Engineering.
Chapter 3 Understanding User Authentication.
Chapter 4 Securing Access with Permissions.
Chapter 5 Using Audit Policies and Network Auditing.
Chapter 6 Protecting Clients and Servers.
Chapter 7 Protecting a Network.
Chapter 8 Understanding Wireless Security.
Chapter 9 Understanding Physical Security.
Chapter 10 Enforci ng Confidentiality with Encryption.
Chapter 11 Understanding Certificates and a PKI.
Chapter 12 Understanding Internet Explorer Security.
Appendix A Answers to Review Questions.
Appendix B Microsoft′s Certification Program.
Index.

Nota biograficzna:
Darril Gibson, MCSE, MCITP, ITIL v3, Security+, CISSP, is the CEO of Security Consulting and Training, LLC. A Microsoft Certified Trainer since August, 1999, he regularly teaches, writes, and consults on a wide variety of security and technical topics. He has authored, coauthored, or contributed to 14 books on a wide range of topics that include Server 2008, Windows 7, SQL Server, CompTIA Security+, and security.

Okładka tylna:
Learn Windows Security Quickly and Easily
This full–color guide covers the basics of securing a Windows operating system and prepares you to take the Microsoft Technology Associate Exam 98–367, Security Fundamentals. You′ll learn essential security principles, then quickly get up to speed on malware, NTFS permissions, firewalls, encryption, and much more. This is the ideal book, whether you′re aspiring to be an IT professional, or just brushing up on the basics.
Learn these Windows security essentials—and more:
Understanding how risk and threat impact security principles
Recognizing malware in all its forms
Defending against social engineering attacks
Identifying the three aspects of user authentication
Securing access using NTFS permissions
Protecting clients, servers, and networks
Understanding encryption, certificates, and PKIs
Preparing for MTA Exam 98–367, Security Fundamentals
View full–color images of system security settings
Practical illustrations help reinforce learning objectives
This striking Essentials book maximizes skill acquisition and knowledge retention with:
Chapter&# 8211;opening learning objectives
Full coverage of all exam topics
Four–color screenshots and illustrations
Essentials and Beyond—summaries and additional suggested exercises
Chapter review questions