IT Security Foundations: Network Security

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Free Online Course: IT Security Foundations: Network Security provided by LinkedIn Learning is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 2-3 hours worth of material. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from LinkedIn Learning. IT Security Foundations: Network Security is taught by Lisa Bock.

Overview
  • Learn how to secure an organization's network to keep your interconnected systems and data safe and prepare for Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) exam 98-367.

Syllabus
  • Introduction

    • Securing the network
    • Prepare for MTA exam 98-367
    1. Security Devices
    • Reviewing firewalls
    • Luring with honeypots
    • Keeping the OS and software updated
    • Assessing security baselines
    2. Network Isolation
    • Segmenting using routers and VLANS
    • Creating server and domain isolation
    • Securing the perimeter network
    • Translating the network address
    3. Avoiding Attacks
    • Comparing attack methods
    • Attacking passwords
    • Sniffing the network
    • Spoofing protocols
    • Poison the ARP cache
    • Challenge: Password strength
    • Solution: Password strength
    4. Using Secure Protocols
    • Securing DNS
    • Securing Internet Protocol
    • Protecting DHCP
    5. Client Protection
    • Using antivirus
    • User Account Control (UAC)
    • Encrypting folders and files
    • Setting software restriction policies
    • Using the principle of least privilege
    • Encrypting data in transit
    6. Physical Security
    • Protecting buildings
    • Securing hardware
    • Controlling access
    • Challenge: Physical security requirements
    • Solution: Physical security requirements
    Conclusion
    • What's next