Comptia Security+ Syo-401 Cert Guide, Deluxe Edition

This is the eBook version of the print title. Note that the eBook does not provide access to the practice test software that accompanies the print book. Access to the videos and exercises is available through product registration at Pearson IT Certification; or see instructions in back pages of your eBook. Learn, prepare, and practice for CompTIA Security+ SY0-401 exam success with this "CompTIA Authorized Cert Guide, Deluxe Edition "from Pearson IT Certification, a leader in IT Certification learning and a CompTIA Authorized Platinum Partner. The DVD features three complete practice exams, complete video solutions to 31 hands-on labs, plus 31 interactive flash-based simulations that include drag-and-drop and matching to reinforce the learning.
Master CompTIA's Security+ SY0-401 exam topics
Assess your knowledge with chapter-ending quizzes
Reinforce your knowledge of key concepts with chapter review activities
Practice with realistic exam questions on the DVD
Includes complete video solutions to 31 hands-on labs
Plus 31 interactive simulations on key exam topics "CompTIA Security+ SY0-401 Authorized Cert Guide, Deluxe Edition" includes video solutions to the hands-on labs, practice tests, and interactive simulations that let the reader learn by doing. Best-selling author and expert instructor David L. Prowse shares preparation hints and test-taking tips, helping you identify areas of weakness and improve both your conceptual knowledge and hands-on skills. Material is presented in a concise manner, focusing on increasing your understanding and retention of exam topics. The book presents you with an organized test preparation routine through the use of proven series elements and techniques. Exam topic lists make referencing easy. Chapter review activities help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughly. Review questions help you assess your knowledge, and a final preparation chapter guides you through tools and resources to help you craft your approach to passing the exam. Interactive Simulations:
2-1: Identifying Malware Types
2-2: Securing the BIOS
2-4: Filtering E-mails
3-3: Stopping Services in the Command Prompt
4-1: Securing Web Browsers
5-1: Creating a DMZ
5-3: Defending against the Web Shell
6-1a: Understanding Port Numbers, Part A
6-1b: Understanding Port Numbers, Part B
6-1c: Understanding Port Numbers, Part C
6-2a: Identifying Network Attacks, Part A
6-2b: Identifying Network Attacks, Part B
6-2c: Identifying Network Attacks, Part C
6-2d: Identifying Network Attacks, Part D
7-1: Configuring a Firewall's Ruleset
8-4: Planning Network Security
9-1: Choosing Physical Security Methods
9-2: Selecting the Correct Authentication Technology
9-3: Understanding 802.1X
10-1: Password Strength
10-2: Configuring Logon Hours
10-3: Understanding Access Control Models
11-1a: Risk Assessment, Part A
11-1b: Risk Assessment, Part B
11-1c: Vulnerability Management Process
12-1: Capturing and Analyzing Packets
12-2: Deciphering Log Files
13-1: Understanding Symmetric and Asymmetric Algorithms
15-1: Configuring RAID
16-1a: Identifying Social Engineering Attacks, Part A
16-1b: Identifying Social Engineering Attacks, Part B Hands-On Labs Video Solutions:
2-1: Using Free Malware Scanning Programs
2-2: Securing the BIOS
2-3: Securing Mobile Devices
3-1: Discerning and Updating Service Pack Level
3-2: Securing a Virtual Machine
3-3: Working with Services in Windows and Linux
4-1: Se