Managing Cisco Network Security, 2nd Edition

Chapter 1

Introduction to IP Network Security

Solutions in this chapter:

■ What Role Does Security Play in a Network?

■ The Fundamentals of Networking

■ Where Does Security Fit in?

■ Cisco IP Security Hardware and Software

☑ Summary

☑ Solutions Fast Track

☑ Frequently Asked Questions

Introduction

This book is intended to help people implement IP network security in a Cisco environment. It will provide the language, architectural framework, technical insight, technical configuration, and practical advice to ensure best practice security implementation. Successfully digesting the material presented in this book will allow you to protect your environment and client services using a wide array of Cisco security technologies and equipment.

What Role Does Security ...