CompTIA Security+ Certification Study Guide: Network Security Essentials

Prepare for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam that covers the skills required to perform core security functions and pursue a career in IT. You will learn the basic principles of network security. 

Computer network vulnerabilities and threats are covered and you will learn how to safeguard computer networks. Network security planning, technology, and organization are discussed along with associated legal and ethical issues.

What You Will Learn

• Identify the concepts of confidentiality, integrity, and availability
• Implement secure network administration principles
• Apply appropriate risk mitigation strategies
• Explain the impact of physical security on computer and network security
• Use assessment tools to discover security threats and vulnerabilities
• Implement appropriate security controls when performing account management

Who This Book Is For

Ahmed Sheikh is a Fulbright alumnus and has earned a master's degree in electrical engineering from Kansas State University, USA. He is a seasoned IT expert with a specialty in network security planning and skills in cloud computing. Currently, he is working as IT Expert Engineer at a leading IT electrical company.