Chapter 6. Identify security threats to a network and describe general methods to mitigate those threats

THE CISCO CCNA EXAM OBJECTIVES COVERED IN THIS CHAPTER INCLUDE:

  • 6. 1 Describe today's increasing network security threats and explain the need to implement a comprehensive security policy to mitigate the threats

  • 6. 2 Explain general methods to mitigate common security threats to network devices, hosts, and applications

  • 6. 3 Describe the functions of common security appliances and applications

  • 6. 4 Describe security recommended practices, including initial steps to secure network devices

If you're a sysadmin, it's my guess that shielding sensitive, critical data, as well as your network's resources, from every possible evil exploit is a top priority. ...

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