VPNs: A Beginner's Guide

VPNs: A Beginner's Guide

by JohnMairs (Author)

Synopsis

A comprehensive introduction to VPNs and networking basics, this book provides readers with a solid foundation of networking basics and the understanding necessary for learning the complexities of the VPN technology that follows. It takes the reader through the actual steps involved in provisioning the hardware, software and set-up with the provider of services for Internet access and communications carriers, thus leading to a comprehensive understanding of all VPN protocols. There is also detailed information about securing VPNs, including information on intrusion detection. Readers gain an understanding of security, encryption, encapsulation, key management and intrusion detection systems, all necessary for a secure network. Networking blueprints for 4 different types of VPNs, including IPSec and PPPT are also included.

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Format: Illustrated
Pages: 612
Edition: Illustrated
Publisher: McGraw-Hill/OsborneMedia
Published: 14 Dec 2001

ISBN 10: 0072191813
ISBN 13: 9780072191813

Author Bio
John Mairs, CCNA, CCDA,MCSE MCP+I (San Francisco, CA) has been a network administrator and security systems consultant for more than 14 years. John is currently a systems Engineer for GE Capital Information Technology Services where he handles the global enterprise networks and networking security for a Fortune 500 Company. He is a published author and contributed six chapters to Cisco Router Handbook.