Building Internet Firewalls, 2nd Edition#
Building Internet Firewalls, 2nd Edition is a comprehensive and well-written guide to designing, installing, and configuring firewalls. The book covers a wide range of topics, from the basics of network security to the latest firewall technologies. The book is written for system administrators who are responsible for securing their networks.
The book is divided into four parts. The first part, “Network Security,” provides an overview of network security concepts and terminology. It covers topics such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security policies. The second part, “Firewalls,” provides detailed instructions on how to design, install, and configure firewalls. It covers a wide range of firewall technologies, including packet filtering, application proxying, and stateful inspection. The third part, “Internet Services” covers the basics of Internet services, including web servers, email servers, and DNS servers.
The fourth part and final part, “Keeping Your Site Secure” provides an overview of security strategies, including defense in depth, least privilege, and separation of duties. After the fourth part there are the appendices, which provide additional information on topics such as cryptography, tools, and resources to get going with the described topics.
The book is well-written and easy to understand. The authors do a good job of explaining complex concepts in a clear and concise way. The book is also very comprehensive, covering a wide range of topics.
One of the strengths of the book is its focus on real-world examples. The authors provide numerous examples of how firewalls can be used to protect different types of networks. This makes the book very practical and useful for system administrators who are responsible for securing their networks.
Another strength of the book is its coverage of the latest firewall technologies, but not the latest implementations. The authors discuss the latest firewall technologies, such as deep packet inspection and intrusion prevention systems. This makes the book a valuable resource for system administrators who need to understand the essentials of creating firewalls and keeping their network secure.
Here are some of the pros and cons of the book:
Pros:
Comprehensive coverage of firewall technologies
Well-written and easy to understand
Focus on real-world examples
Cons:
Some of the information is outdated
The book is quite large (869 pages)
Recommended for:
System administrators
Security professionals
Anyone who wants to learn about firewalls
Overall, Building Internet Firewalls, 2nd Edition is an excellent resource for system administrators who are responsible for securing their networks. The book is comprehensive, well-written, and easy to understand. It provides a wealth of information on how to design, install, and configure firewalls. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is responsible for securing their network. This book is highly recommend and is available on O’Reilly Learning.