Chapter 7

Implementing System Security

CERTIFICATION OBJECTIVES

7.01     Implementing Personal Firewalls and HIDS

7.02     Protecting Against Malware

7.03     Device Security and Data Security

7.04     Understanding Virtualization and Cloud Computing

QQUESTIONS

Various forms of malware are created every day. Preventing and removing this malware is more important now than ever, especially as mobile, handheld devices become increasingly popular. Even on firewall-protected networks, host-based firewalls offer protection from network attacks. Because they are desirable and easy to steal, mobile devices should encrypt data and have a tracking mechanism such as GPS enabled. Continuing with modern technology trends, cloud computing enables us to provision ...

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