CWSP Certified Wireless Security Professional Official Study Guide: Exam PW0–204 - Softcover

Coleman, David D.; Westcott, David A.; Harkins, Bryan E.; Jackman, Shawn M.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0470438916 ISBN 13: 9780470438916

Publisher: Sybex, 2010

Synopsis

Sybex is now the official publisher for Certified Wireless Network Professional, the certifying vendor for the CWSP program. This guide covers all exam objectives, including WLAN discovery techniques, intrusion and attack techniques, 802.11 protocol analysis. Wireless intrusion-prevention systems implementation, layer 2 and 3 VPNs used over 802.11 networks, and managed endpoint security systems. It also covers enterprise/SMB/SOHO/Public-Network Security design models and security solution implementation, building robust security networks, wireless LAN management systems, and much more. Note: CD-ROM materials for eBook purchases can be downloaded from CWNP's website at www.cwnp.com/sybex .

About this title

About the Author

David D. Coleman, CWNE #4, CWNA, CWSP, CWNT, is a WLAN security consultant and technical trainer with over twenty years of IT experience. The company he founded, AirSpy Networks (www.airspy.com), specializes in corporate WLAN training. David A. Westcott, CWNE #7, CWNA, CWSP, CWNT, is an independent consultant and WLAN technical trainer with over twenty years ofexperience. He has been a certified trainer for over fifteen years. Bryan E. Harkins, CWNE #44, CWSP,CWNA, CWNT, is the Training and Development Manager for Motorola AirDefense Solutions, a market leader in wireless intrusion prevention systems. Shawn M. Jackman, CWNE #54, CWNA, CWSP, CWAP is a principal WLAN engineer with Kaiser Permanente. He has over fifteen years' experience working with wireless manufacturers and integrators.

From the Back Cover

The Official Study Guide for Exam PW0-204 from CWNP

Prepare for the Certified Wireless Security Professional exam (PW0-204) with this new Official Study Guide from CWNP. This comprehensive resource covers everything you need for the exam, including wireless security basics,risks, and policies; legacy 802.11 security and robust network security (RSN); encryption ciphers and methods; enterprise 802.11 layer 2 authentication methods; fast secure roaming, wireless intrusion prevention; and many other essential WLAN security topics and concepts. Inside you'll find:

• Full coverage of all exam objectives in a systematic approach, so you can be confident you're getting the instruction you need for the exam

• Practical hands-on exercises to reinforce critical skills

• Real-world scenarios that put what you've learned in the context of actual job roles

• Challenging review questions in each chapter to prepare you for exam day

• Exam Essentials, a key feature in each chapter that identifies critical areas you must become proficient in before taking the exam

• White papers, demo software, practice exams, and over 150 flashcards on the CD to further facilitate your learning

• A handy tear card that maps every official exam objective to the corresponding chapter in the book, so you can track your exam prep objective by objective

Look inside for complete coverage of all exam objectives.

SYBEX TEST ENGINE:
Test your knowledge with advanced testing software. Includes all chapter review questions and practice exams.

ELECTRONIC FLASHCARDS:
Reinforce your understanding with electronic flashcards.

The CD also includes white papers and demo software.

Study anywhere, any time, and approach the exam with confidence.

About the CWNP Program
CWNP is the industry standard for vendor-neutral, enterprise WLAN certifications. The focus is to educate IT professionals in the technology behind all enterprise WLAN products and to enable these professionals to manage wireless LAN enterprise infrastructures, regardless of the vendor solution utilized. CWNP is a privately held corporation based in Atlanta, Georgia. For more information, visit www.cwnp.com.

Includes Real-World Scenarios, Hands-On Exercises, and Leading-Edge Exam Prep Software Featuring:

• Hundreds of Sample Questions

• Electronic Flashcards

• Case Studies and Demo Software

Edition details

• Publisher: Sybex
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 0470438916
• ISBN 13: 9780470438916
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 696