Network Security Principles and Practices

Summary

Network security is a process that starts by defining what your assets are and what you want to protect them from. A network security policy defines the framework used to provide this protection. It is critical for a network security policy to be comprehensive and to be able to cater to the needs of everyone who uses the network. The network security policy is translated into a network design that is implemented using various security products, features, and protocols.

This book is primarily focused on looking at the security principles, features, and protocols that result in the successful implementation of a comprehensive security policy. As we go through the various chapters of this book, you are encouraged to look for the motivation ...