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Firewall basics (with podcast)

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Class overview

Firewall basics (with podcast) A firewall is an essential part of computer and network protection. This class for the basic computer user is designed to help you understand firewalls, how they work and the technologies behind them. You'll learn about basic internet security policies, explore common firewall configurations and uses, learn how to assess your firewall needs and find the right product to meet those needs.
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What you'll learn

  • Understand the importance of a firewall
  • Understand basic TCP/IP concepts
  • Learn how firewalls work and which technologies support firewalls
  • Define a security policy to guide the configuration of your firewall
  • Examine some common firewall software configurations
  • Understand and configure your firewall to maximize its protective features

Prerequisites

  • A good understanding of computing and computing technologies is required.
  • Knowledge of networking concepts and technologies is helpful, but not required.

Lessons

  1. What is a firewall?
  2. TCP/IP tutorial
  3. Inside a firewall
  4. Hardware firewalls, software firewalls and secure hosts
  5. Firewalls need security policies
  6. Making the most of your firewall

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