Network Security, Firewalls, and VPNs

Network Security, Firewalls, and VPNs, Fourth Edition, equips students with essential skills to secure modern IT infrastructures. The text offers clear explanations, real-world examples, and comprehensive coverage of firewall and VPN technologies, helping learners understand how threats arise and how to respond effectively in enterprise environments. Tailored for foundational IT and cybersecurity courses, the Fourth Edition merges technical skill-building with practical context, enabling students to grasp not only how to configure firewalls and VPNs but also why these tools are essential for protecting enterprise systems. Features and Benefits Breaks down firewall and VPN tools with step-by-step explanations students can apply in class Reinforces core concepts with real-world examples of threats and enterprise security risks Organized into modular sections that align with typical course pacing and learning outcomes Optional Cloud Labs reinforce key concepts through applied, hands-on learning scenarios Includes instructor guide, presentation slides, syllabus, test bank, mapping tools, and more