Measure, rate, and improve network performance with techniques from an expert. With years of practical experience, Nassar is an authority on network performance baselining. In this revolutionary book, he includes approaches for standard baseline methodologies along with actual steps and processes to perform network baseline measurements.

With in-depth complete coverage on the installation process, editing and typesetting, graphical user interfaces, programming, system administration, and managing Internet sites, this is the only book users new to Linux will need. The book guides users to a high-level of proficiency with all the flavors of Linux, and helps them with crucial system administration chores.

The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) contains the uniformpolicies and procedures for acquisitions by executive agencies of the federalgovernment. The FAR is issued and maintained by the Departmentof Defense, the General Services Administration, and the National Aeronauticsand Space Administration. This volume reproduces the FAR and allamendments to the regulations issued prior to this January 1, 2011Edition, along with an easy-to-use topical index. Sources of theamended text are listed in brackets along with the date of issuance and theeffective date for all sections changed since the initial text of FARappeared in the Federal Register of September 19, 1983.Included in this edition:10 Federal Acquisition Circulars32 Final Rules15 Interim Rules1 CorrectionsWith up-to-date coverage on these topics:Use of Project Labor Agreements for Federal Construction ProjectsHUBZone Program RevisionsFederal Awardee Performance and Integrity Information SystemRecovery Act -- Whistleblower ProtectionsRepeal of Small Business Competitiveness Demonstration ProgramPersonal Identity Verification of Contractor PersonnelElectronic Subcontracting Reporting SystemNotification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations ActPublic Disclosure of Justification and Approval Documents for NoncompetitiveContractsRecovery Act -- GAO/IG AccessDisclosure and Consistency of Cost Accounting Practices for Contracts Awardedto Foreign ConcernsRegistry of Disaster Response ContractorsRecovery Act -- Subcontract Reporting ProceduresClarification of Criteria for Sole Source Awards to SDVSBCsReporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract AwardsRecovery Act -- Buy American Requirements for Construction MaterialsCertification Requirement and Procurement Prohibition Relating to IranSanctionsTermination for Default ReportingBuy American Exemption for Commercial Information Technology

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Interactive Learning Activities: 2.1 Filtering Emails 2.2 Malware Types 2.3 Securing the BIOS 3.1 Stopping Services in the Command Prompt 3.2 Patch Management 5.1 Port Numbers, Part 1 5.2 Port Numbers, Part 2 5.3 Port Numbers, Part 3 5.4 Network Attacks, Part 1 5.5 Network Attacks, Part 2 5.6 Network Attacks, Part 3 5.7 Network Attacks, Part 4 6.1 Network Security 7.1 Password Strength 8.1 802.1X Components 8.2 Authentication Types 9.1 Access Control Models 9.2 Configuring Logon Hours 10.1 Risk Assessment, Part 1 10.2 Risk Assessment, Part 2 10.3 Vulnerability Management Process 11.1 Packet Analysis 12.1 Symmetric and Asymmetric Algorithms 14.1 RAID Levls 15.1 Social Engineering Types Hands-On Labs: 2-1 Using Free Malware Scanning Programs 2-2 How to Secure the BIOS 3-1 Discerning & Updating Service Pack Level 3-2 Creating a Virtual Machine 3-3 Securing a Virtual Machine 4-1 Securing the Browser 4-2 Disabling Applications 5-1 Port Scanning Basics 6-1 Packet Filtering and NAT Firewalls 6-2 Configuring Inbound Filter on a Firewall 6-3 Enabling MAC Filtering 7-1 Securing a Wireless Device: 8 Steps 7-2 Wardriving and the Cure 8-1 Enabling 802.1X on a Network Adapter 8-2 Setting Up a VPN 9-1 Password Policies and User Accounts 9-2 Configuring User and Group Permissions 10-1 Mapping and Scanning the Network 10-2 Password Cracking and Defense 11-1 Using Protocol Analyzers 12-1 Disabling LM Hash in Windows Server 2003 13-1 A Basic Example of PKI 13-2 Making an SSH Connection 14-1 Configuring RAID 1 and 5 16-1 How to Approach Exam Questions Well-regarded for its level of detail, assessment features, and challenging review questions and exercises, this CompTIA authorized study guide helps you master the concepts and techniques that will enable you to succeed on the exam the first time. 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Sniffer Network Optimization and Troubleshooting Handbook introduces the reader to the vast functionality of the suite of Sniffer Solutions from Network Associates but ultimately focuses on the affordable and most widely used Sniffer Product - Sniffer Pro LAN Network Analyzer. This book begins with the basic features of Sniffer Pro LAN and then moves the reader through the impressive tips and tools available for gathering data, analyzing, troubleshooting, resolving and securing problems on their network. Sniffer from Network Associates is a suite of tools including Sniffer Portable Analysis Suite, Sniffer Distributed Analysis Suite, Sniffer Reporting, Sniffer Optical, and Sniffer Wireless. With a clear market leadership, Sniffer Solutions are employed in over 80% of the enterprise networks of the Fortune 100. Sniffer has also received wide industry acclaim from the experts and its everyday users. In 2000 Sniffer was named one of the 10 most computer products of the decade by Network Computing Magazine. It also received the "Editor's Choice" award from PC Magazine during the second quarter of 2001. Over 60,000 individuals have taken advantage of the educational services offered by Sniffer Technologies - aptly named Sniffer University. Coupled with the introduction of the Sniffer Certified Professional Program (SCPP) as a replacement for the popular CNX (Certified Network Expert) certification, an aptitude with Sniffer Solutions is a "must-have" for system administrators. - Offers comprehensive coverage of Sniffer Pro LAN - Supplemental study materials for the SCPP certification track. As of April 2001, the CNX certifications track became inactive. Current CNXs looking to update their certifications to the new SCPP track are going to need to bring themselves up to speed on the new offerings from the Sniffer family of products before desertification - Up to the Minute Web-based Support. Once the reader understands the concepts of network hardware, configuration, and implementation, they can receive up-to-the minute links, white papers, and analysis for one year at solutions@syngress.com

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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, Academic 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. The companion Academic Edition DVD contains the powerful Pearson IT Certification Practice Test engine, with three complete practice exams and hundreds of exam-realistic questions. The assessment engine offers you a wealth of customization options and reporting features, laying out a complete assessment of your knowledge to help you focus your study where it is needed most. The Academic Edition DVD also includes complete video solutions to 31 hands-on labs in the book and 31 interactive simulations on key exam topics to reinforce the learning by doing. Learning activities such as test password strength, match the type of Malware with its definition, find the security issues in the network map, and disallow a user access to the network on Saturday and Sunday. 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: Securing Web Browsers 4-2: Whitelisting and Blacklisting Applications with a Windows Server Policy 5-2: Subnetting a Network 6-1: Scanning Ports 7-2: Configuring Packet Filtering and NAT 7-3: Configuring an Inbound Filter 8-1: Securing a Wireless Device 8-2: Enabling MAC Filtering 8-3: Wardriving and the Cure 9-3: Understanding 802.1X 9-4: Setting Up a Secure VPN 10-1: Configuring Complex Passwords 10-2: Configuring Password Policies and User Accounts Restrictions 10-4: Configuring User and Group Permissions 11-2: Mapping and Scanning the Network 11-3: Defending Against Password Cracking 12-1: Capturing and Analyzing Packets 12-2: Deciphering Log Files 12-3: Auditing Files 13-1: Understanding Symmetric and Asymmetric Algorithms 13-2: Disabling the LM Hash 14-1: Understanding PKI 14-2: Making an SSH Connection 15-1: Configuring RAID 17-1: Analyzing Test Questions Well-regarded for its level of detail, assessment features, and challenging review questions and exercises, this CompTIA authorized study guide helps you master the concepts and techniques that will allow you to succeed on the exam the first time. The CompTIA authorized study guide helps you master all the topics on the Security+ exam, including Core computer system security OS hardening and virtualization Application security Network design elements and threats Perimeter security Network media and devices security Physical security and authentication models Access control Vulnerability and risk assessment Monitoring and auditing Cryptography, including PKI Redundancy and disaster recovery Policies and procedures

Network Design outlines the fundamental principles and analytical techniques used in designing data networks. The text enables future managers and technical professionals to better understand and appreciate each other's perspective in the network design process. Network managers will need a sound grounding in basic design principles to effectively manage, plan, and assess the plethora of new technologies and equipment available for designing networks. They also must understand how requirements should be formulated and specified for design engineers. Similarly, network designers and engineers need a sound grounding in basic management principles to fully understand how organizational requirements best reflect design recommendations. Network Design enables network management and design professionals to work together toward achieving their respective goals in the network design process. It outlines basic techniques; reviews major challenges and issues; summarizes prevailing approaches and technologies; describes the specification, design, and planning data network topologies; and assesses specification and evaluation processes in designing and implementing data networks. This excellent, unique resource also : Emphasizes principles and analytical approaches that work independent of specific implementation of technology Includes case studies to illustrate how basic principles can be applied to realistic network design problems, considering both technical and management considerations Demystifies the design process, describing the lingua franca of both managers and design engineers in common terms Provides a better understanding of the total network design process

Pro Ubuntu Server Administration teaches you advanced Ubuntu system building. After reading this book, you will be able to manage anything from simple file servers to multiple virtual servers to high–availability clusters. This is the capstone volume of the Apress Ubuntu trilogy that includes Beginning Ubuntu Linux, Third Edition and Beginning Ubuntu Server LTS Administration: From Novice to Professional, Second Edition. You will be able to make Ubuntu technology shine in a Fortune 500 environment and let Ubuntu server become the backbone of your infrastructure. Topics covered include Performance monitoring and optimization High–availability clustering Advanced Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) integrated networking