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Hands-On pfSense 2.x for Firewalls and Routers
on-demand course

Hands-On pfSense 2.x for Firewalls and Routers

with Jason White
February 2019
Advanced
5h 14m
English
Packt Publishing
Closed Captioning available in English

Overview

In this 5 hr course, you will explore the power of pfSense and learn how to configure it for robust firewall and network security solutions. Covering topics from installation to mastering firewalls, NAT, logging, and VPNs, this hands-on course equips you with skills to secure and monitor networks securely and effectively.

What I will be able to do after this course

  • Understand how to install pfSense on your hardware and navigate the interface with confidence.
  • Learn to configure firewall rules and NAT settings to control and secure network traffic.
  • Set up monitoring and logging to maintain a secure and well-monitored network.
  • Configure VPNs and remote access securely using pfSense capabilities.
  • Develop knowledge to troubleshoot and enhance network security with advanced techniques.

Course Instructor(s)

Jason White is an experienced network security professional and an expert user of pfSense, with years of practical experience in setting up and managing secure networks. Jason is passionate about teaching and brings a clear, engaging approach to explaining even the most technical concepts. His focus is on real-world applications and providing students with the tools they need to succeed in securing networks.

Who is it for?

This course is perfect for aspiring network administrators or IT professionals with a basic understanding of networking concepts who want to deepen their expertise in firewall and network security using pfSense. Whether you're starting out or looking to enhance the security of your systems, this course caters to anyone determined to master pfSense.

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Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9781789805017