The CISSP exam covers ten domains, one of which is telecommunications and network security. Telecommunications and network security covers protocol stack models, core technologies, network components and extension services, among other topics. You'll need to know how networks work, how data is transmitted from one device to another, how protocols transmit information and how applications understand, interpret and translate data. Learn how to make sure these processes are done securely by referring to our resources and testing your knowledge with our quiz, written by CISSP All-in-one Exam Guide author Shon Harris.
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Network security topics page - For organized news and research on network security, check out our topics page. Network security tips - These tips will help guide you through any network security issues you may need to resolve. Network firewall FAQ guide - Check out our FAQ guide on network firewalls to learn how to set one up or fortify an existing one.
About the author Shon Harris, CISSP, MCSE, is the president of Logical Security, an IT security consulting and training company. She is a former engineer in the Air Force's Information Warfare unit, an instructor and the best-selling author of the previous three editions of this book. Shon has taught computer and information security to a wide range of clients, including RSA, the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, the National Security Agency and many more.
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