Snort is the world's most widely deployed open source intrusion-detection system, with more than 500,000 downloads-a package that can perform protocol analysis, handle content searching and matching, and detect a variety of attacks and probes Drawing on years of security experience and multiple Snort implementations, the authors guide readers through installation, configuration, and management of Snort in a busy operations environment No experience with intrusion detection systems (IDS) required Shows network administrators how to plan an IDS implementation, identify how Snort fits into a security management environment, deploy Snort on Linux and Windows systems, understand and create Snort detection rules, generate reports with ACID and other tools, and discover the nature and source of attacks in real time CD-ROM includes Snort, ACID, and a variety of management tools

Red Hat Linux, with its splashy brand name and recognizable logo, is undeniably one of the driving forces behind the Linux revolution—and, by far, the most popular Linux flavor. It’s used by businesses, individuals, and governments world wide to cut costs, improve performance, and just plain get the work done. You can use it as a desktop workstation, a network server, an Internet gateway, a firewall, the basis of an embedded system (such as a smart VCR or a robot), or even as a multiprocessor supercomputer. And thanks to the thousands of people who continually refine different parts of Linux, Red Hat Linux keeps getting more flexible and robust with each new release. Ready to put the power of the penguin in your PC? This handy plain-English guide to Red Hat Linux 9 shows you how—no experience required! It gets you up and running with everything you need to know to: Install, configure, customize, and fine-tune Red Hat Linux 9 Get connected to the Internet Work with Word documents Set up a Web server Customize your own flexible, powerful workstation Connect to a wireless network Build a firewall With world-renowned Linux expert and crusader Jon “maddog” Hall and Paul Sery as your guides, you’ll quickly master what you need to know about: Connecting to the Internet via broadband DSL and cable modems or old-fashioned dial-up modems Getting connected to your Local Area Network (LAN) Building simple Internet and LAN services, including Web pages and print servers Using Red Hat Linux to play CDs and MP3s and listen to radio stations Using OpenOffice desktop productivity suite, Evolution desktop organizer/and email client, the streaming multimedia player, and other cool applications On the 2 Bonus CD-ROMs you’ll find: Publisher’s edition of Red Hat Linux 9 Apache Web Server GNU compiler GNOME and KDE Desktop This amazing book/CD package is hands-down the quickest, easiest, and cheapest way to put the full power of Linux to work for you.

Firewalls are a key component to a secure system. Learn to use them effectively to protect your network when connecting to the Internet!

Fun projects and valuable content join forces to enable readers to turn their wireless home network into a high-performance wireless infrastructure capable of entertainment networking and even home automation Step-by-step instructions help readers find, buy, and install the latest and greatest wireless equipment The authors are home tech gurus and offer detailed discussion on the next-generation wireless gear that will move the wireless LAN beyond computers and into telephony, entertainment, home automation/control, and even automotive networking The number of wireless LAN users in North America is expected to grow from 4.2 million current users to more than 31 million by 2007

This book reports on advanced methods and theories in two related fields of research, Information Technology and Communication Systems. It provides professors, scientists, PhD students and engineers with a readily available guide to various approaches in Engineering Science. The book is divided into two major sections, the first of which covers Information Technology topics, including E-Learning, E-Government (egov), Data Mining, Text Mining, Ontologies, Semantic Similarity Databases, Multimedia Information Processing, and Applications. The second section addresses Communication Systems topics, including: Systems, Wireless and Network Computing, Software Security and Monitoring, Modern Antennas, and Smart Grids. The book gathers contributions presented at the International Conference on Information Technology and Communication Systems (ITCS 2017) held at the National School of Applied Sciences of Khouribga, Hassan 1st University, Morocco on March 28–29, 2017. This event was organized with the objective of bringing together researchers, developers, and practitioners from academia and industry working in all areas of Information Technology and Communication Systems. It not only highlights new methods, but also promotes collaborations between different communities working on related topics.

"Network Security For Dummies" bietet Sofortlösungen für akute Probleme im Bereich Netzwerksicherheit. Ein praktischer Leitfaden zur Selbsthilfe bei der Überprüfung und Sicherung von Netzwerken. Er richtet sich insbesondere an Mitarbeiter in kleinen bis mittelständischen Unternehmen, die mit der Netzwerksicherheit betraut sind. Diskutiert wird eine Vielzahl von Sicherheitsproblemen und Gefahrenquellen für die Netzwerksicherheit, wie z.B. Hacker, Cracker, Viren, Würmer, Trojanische Pferde, Denial-of-Service Angriffe und physische Sicherheitsmängel. Geschrieben von einer Spitzenexpertin! Chey Cobb war Senior Technical Security Advisor für das National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), eine Abteilung des U.S. Geheimdienstes. Ein Band aus der beliebten 'For Dummies'-Reihe.

This guide to Open Source intrusion detection tool SNORT features step-by-step instructions on how to integrate SNORT with other open source products. The book contains information and custom built scripts to make installation easy.

Horses are amazing, incredible creatures. They’re as breathtakingly beautiful as they are powerful and fast. They’re wild in their souls, yet they gladly give us their hearts. Horses offer people beauty, a connection to nature, and a quiet and dignified companionship that no other animal can provide in the same way. Whether you’re contemplating riding a horse for the first time in your life or wondering how to care for your first horse, this book will be a great help to you. Even experienced riders benefit from the in-depth coverage on riding styles and the wide variety of competitive disciplines. Horses For Dummies can help you understand the horse and how it functions, both physically and mentally. When you know how to communicate what you want to a horse, he’ll do your bidding. You also find out how to care for this amazing creature and to ride with ease. To fit in with the horsey crowd, you find out all about the following and more: The parts of a horse and distinctive markings, such as a star and blaze How the horse sees the world – and humankind Whether horse ownership is really for you at this time in your life, or whether leasing or taking lessons are better options Choosing a horse based on breed, age, or gender Types of horse equipment: Tack, grooming supplies, and riding apparel Recognizing common health problems Brushing up on grooming skills Handling your horse while you are on the ground or in the saddle The best ways to mount and dismount, and how to hold the reins The basics of the different riding disciplines Safety issues If you want to achieve a profound bond with your horse, always put yourself in your horse’s place and try to comprehend the equine experience. Not only will you come to understand and appreciate your horse, but your horse will come to view you as a protector – and will ultimately grow to trust you with his very life.

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