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Mastering Palo Alto Networks - Third Edition
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Mastering Palo Alto Networks - Third Edition

by Tom Piens aka 'reaper'
May 2025
Intermediate to advanced
646 pages
15h 55m
English
Packt Publishing

Overview

Mastering Palo Alto Networks is a comprehensive guide to becoming proficient in deploying and managing Palo Alto firewalls. This book offers step-by-step insights into setup and management, empowering you to secure both on-premise and cloud environments. Through clear explanations and real-world examples, you will master advanced configurations and gain the expertise needed to tackle complex network security challenges.

What this Book will help me do

  • Set up and configure Palo Alto firewalls for secure network environments.
  • Manage and optimize firewall policies to protect network traffic.
  • Implement and deploy VPNs and cloud security solutions effectively.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve common issues encountered in advanced configurations.
  • Harness the power of threat prevention and integrate firewalls into cloud services.

Author(s)

Tom Piens, also known as 'reaper', has over 25 years of experience in network security. As a seasoned security consultant and trainer, Tom leverages his deep understanding of Palo Alto Networks technology to craft resources that are both insightful and practical. His approachable and clear writing style makes complex topics accessible to learners of all levels.

Who is it for?

Network security professionals, IT administrators, and engineers looking to master Palo Alto firewalls will find this book invaluable. It is ideal for readers who want to enhance their expertise in firewall configuration and management. While some basic networking knowledge is assumed, prior experience with Palo Alto firewalls is not required. This is the perfect resource for professionals aiming to optimize and secure advanced network environments.

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Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9781836644811