A straightforward, graphic-based reference book for network security for the home and small business  

• A four-color, simplified approach to learning about home network security
• Learn network security fundamentals, how to design security strategies for the home, and how to optimize network security as needs change
• Another release from the best-selling "Simplified" series from Cisco Press

Home Network Security Simplified is a straightforward, graphic-based home network security reference book for the everyday user. Home Network Security Simplified takes novice users from no or limited understanding of network security to the point where they can use their network with the peace of mind that comes with knowing that your network and your information is secure. Home Network Security is organized by the guiding principle of Ten Easy Steps to a Safte Home Network. The book will provide an understanding of the various types of security threats (what they are, how they work), a series of tutorials on security strategy for each of these threats, and a step-by-step guide to implementing security across the network. Armed with an understanding of home networking security concepts, users can take advantage of a wide array of benefits including - Understanding the different types of security threats - Securing their networks against those threats - Recognizing if someone has attempted to breach their network - Staying abreast of emerging threats.

About The Author

Jim Doherty is a Director of Strategic Marketing and Mobility Solutions at Symbol Technologies. Jim coauthored Home Networking Simplified, Cisco Networking Simplified, and other key titles by Cisco Press. Jim has 13 years of experience in the telecom and networking industries.

Neil Anderson is a manager in Enterprise Systems Engineering at Cisco Systems. Neil coauthored Home Networking Simplified, published by Cisco Press. Neil has over 20 years of diverse telecom experience, including public telephone systems, mobile telephone systems, IP networks, wireless, and home networks.

Customer Reviews & Comments
Home Network Security Simplified is probably too elementary for most, but I was unsure as to how to secure my home wi-fi and this book methodically walked me through it. After getting the security features on my wireless router set up, it was sort of a "hand-against-the-head" realization along the lines of "I should have been able to figure that out by myself!" but the bottom line is I have security enabled now and I didn't before. For me, that was worth the price of the book. Comment | Permalink | (Report this)