Configuring SonicWALL Firewalls
Delivering an in-depth look at the SonicWALL firewall product line, this book covers all aspects including the SOHO devices and the Enterprise SonicWALL firewalls.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Configuring SonicWALL Firewalls
Solutions Fast Track
Understanding Networking
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The OSI model is used as a reference for all networking protocols.
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TCP/IP is used as the core networking protocol today on both the Internet and in the enterprise.
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The TCP has clear defined points where a session begins and ends.
Understanding Security Basics
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Security is a process that is never finished; security needs are constantly changing as well as the needs for new technologies.
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There is no single product or solution that can be used to ensure your network s security.
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Each organization has its own specific needs to best help it minimize security risks.
Understanding Firewall Basics
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SonicWALL firewalls use stateful inspection to ensure the security of connections passing though the firewall.
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Firewall technology is constantly changing to meet the security needs of today s organizations.
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DMZ design depends on the designer s ability to accurately assess the actual risks in order to design an adequate structure.
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