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
Frequently Asked Questions
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| 1. | Q: If the OSI model does not match the way in which TCP/IP functions, then why is it still used? |
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| 2. | Q: Why would I want to use a SonicWALL firewall appliance when I could just use Red Hat Linux with iptables? |
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| 3. | Q: You mention that each organization has different security needs. Why don t you provide a definite answer that can resolve my security issues? |
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| 4. | Q: Do I really need a DMZ? It only confuses my users. |
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| 5. | Q: If I follow your guidelines for security, is this all I will ever need to secure my network? |
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| 6. | Q: Why do I need to know so much about networking? |
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Answers
| 1. | A: The OSI model is just that; a model. The OSI model was to be originally used as the model for the development of networking protocols. However, developers found the specifications too rigid for practical use. Most networking protocol suites do not follow the OSI model fully, but do follow the layered concept that was identified first during the development of the OSI model. |
| 2. | A: A SonicWALL firewall appliance is built with... |
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