Firewall Principles and Technology

Author: Yan Hui
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Publish Date: 2004-05-01
Features: This book is based on the National Informationization Security Education Certification (ISEC) exam syllabus. It starts with the principles of firewall technology, introducing methods for firewall testing and selection, with a focus on the practical application of firewalls in network security protection. Addressing issues such as the presence of numerous security vulnerabilities in poorly configured firewalls, the book provides detailed explanations of the configuration methods for typical firewall products. It also selects real-world cases of firewall-based network security solutions implemented in government and enterprise environments. Finally, it analyzes new firewall technologies and looks ahead to future developments to help readers establish and refine their knowledge of multi-layered firewall systems. This book is part of the ISEC series of textbooks, offering in-depth elaboration and analysis of firewall-related technologies from multiple perspectives, including core firewall technologies, testing and selection methods, configuration, new firewall technologies, and firewall application cases. The book emphasizes both the fundamental principles of firewalls and their practical applications, along with case studies. It is suitable for network administrators and information managers responsible for security assurance, as well as readers interested in computer and network security management. It can also serve as a training textbook for cybersecurity programs and higher education institutions.