CompTIA Security+ Certification Study Guide, Fourth Edition (Exam SY0-601)

Book Synopsis: This fully updated self-study guide offers 100% coverage of every objective on the CompTIA Security+ exam. With hundreds of practice exam questions, including difficult performance-based questions, CompTIA Security+™ Certification Study Guide, Fourth Edition covers what you need to know—and shows you how to prepare—for this challenging exam. 100% complete coverage of all official objectives for exam SY0-601.
Exam Watch notes call attention to information about, and potential pitfalls in, the exam. Inside the Exam sections in every chapter highlight key exam topics covered. Two-Minute Drills for quick review at the end of every chapter. Simulated exam questions—including performance-based questions—match the format, topics, and difficulty of the real exam. Covers all exam topics, including: Networking Basics and Terminology • Security Terminology • Security Policies and Standards • Types of Attacks • Vulnerabilities and Threats • Mitigating Security Threats • Implementing Host-Based Security • Securing the Network Infrastructure • Wireless Networking and Security • Authentication • Authorization and Access Control • Cryptography • Managing a Public Key Infrastructure • Physical Security • Application Attacks and Security • Virtualization and Cloud Security • Risk Analysis • Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity • Monitoring and Auditing • Security Assessments and Audits • Incident Response and Computer Forensics.
Online Content Includes: 50+ lab exercises and solutions in PDF format. Complete practice exams and quizzes customizable by domain or chapter. 4+ hours of video training from the author. 12+ performance-based question simulations. Glossary and Exam Readiness Checklist in PDF format. Read more