Part VNetworking
Networking is a key component of modern-day operating systems. Networking provides the means to connect to other systems, either to access network-based services or gain access to useful information. From a security perspective, networking also poses one of the greatest risks to a secure environment. Hackers often use the network to gain unauthorized access to remote systems, often using well-known vulnerabilities. As a result, you really need to understand how networking works and how to implement features to protect your system from network-based attacks.
In Part V, “Networking,” you will explore the following chapters:
Chapter 18, “Networking Basics,” covers the essentials you should know before configuring and securing ...
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