Chapter 7

Controlling Network Access

This chapter covers the following topics:

  • Virtual Private Networks: This section explores site-to-site and remote-access VPNS as well as introduces you to Cisco AnyConnect and IPsec.

  • Firewalls: This section introduces firewalls and then focuses on the power of next-generation firewalls, including Cisco Firepower Next-Generation Firewall.

  • Access Control Lists: This section explores how to read and understand standard and extended IPv4 ACLs.

  • Network Access Control: This section introduces network access control (NAC) concepts and how Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) is a great option for all your NAC needs.

Controlling network access is a critical part of maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and ...

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