CompTIA Security+ Study Guide: Exam SY0-501 - Softcover

Dulaney, Emmett; Easttom, Chuck

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1119416876 ISBN 13: 9781119416876

Publisher: Sybex, 2017

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Expert preparation covering 100% of Security+ exam SY0-501 objectives

CompTIA Security+ Study Guide, Seventh Edition offers invaluable preparation for Exam SY0-501. Written by an expert author team, this book covers 100% of the exam objectives with clear, concise explanation. You'll learn how to handle threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities using industry-standard tools and technologies, while understanding the role of architecture and design. From everyday tasks like identity and access management to complex topics like risk management and cryptography, this study guide helps you consolidate your knowledge base in preparation for the Security+ exam. Practical examples illustrate how these processes play out in real-world scenarios, allowing you to immediately translate essential concepts to on-the-job application. You also gain access to the Sybex online learning environment, which features a robust toolkit for more thorough prep: flashcards, glossary of key terms, practice questions, and a pre-assessment exam equip you with everything you need to enter the exam confident in your skill set.

This study guide is approved and endorsed by CompTIA, and has been fully updated to align with the latest version of the exam.

• Master essential security technologies, tools, and tasks
• Understand how Security+ concepts are applied in the real world
• Study on the go with electronic flashcards and more
• Test your knowledge along the way with hundreds of practice questions

To an employer, the CompTIA Security+ certification proves that you have the knowledge base and skill set to secure applications, devices, and networks; analyze and respond to threats; participate in risk mitigation, and so much more. As data threats loom larger every day, the demand for qualified security professionals will only continue to grow. If you're ready to take the first step toward a rewarding career, CompTIA Security+ Study Guide, Seventh Edition is the ideal companion for thorough exam preparation.

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About the Author

Emmett Dulaney is a Professor at a small university in Indiana. He has written several certification books on Windows, Security, IT project management, and UNIX, and was co-author of two of Sybex's leading certification titles: CompTIA Security+ Study Guide and CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide. Chuck Easttom is CEO and Chief Trainer for CEC-Security, which specializes in IT security training and CISP and Security+ exam preparation. He has over 18 years in the IT industry, 10 years teaching and training, and has authored 15 published books.

From the Back Cover

<p>Covers 100&#37; of exam objectives including threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities; technologies and tools; architecture and design; identity and access management; risk management; cryptography and PKI, and much more... <p>Includes interactive online learning environment and study tools with: <p><b>&#43; 2 custom practice exams</br> &#43; 100 Electronic Flashcards</br> &#43; Searchable key term glossary</b> <p><b>Expert Security&#43; SY0&#45;501 exam preparation, endorsed by CompTIA</b> <p>The seventh edition of <i>CompTIA Security&#43; Study Guide</i> offers invaluable preparation for Exam SY0&#45;501. Written by a team of expert authors, the book covers 100&#37; of the exam objectives with clear and concise explanations. Discover how to handle threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities using industry&#45;standard tools and technologies, while gaining and understanding the role of architecture and design. Spanning topics from everyday tasks like identity and access management to complex subjects such as risk management and cryptography, this study guide helps you consolidate your knowledge base in preparation for the Security&#43; exam. Illustrative examples show how these processes play out in real&#45;world scenarios, allowing you to immediately translate essential concepts to on&#45;the&#45;job application. <p><b>Coverage of 100&#37; of all exam objectives in this Study Guide means you&#39;ll be ready for:</b> <ul> <li>Managing Risk</li> <li>Designing and Diagnosing Networks</li> <li>Understanding Devices and Infrastructure</li> <li>Identify and Access Management</li> <li>Protecting Wireless Networks</li> <li>Securing the Cloud</li> <li>Data, Privacy, and Security Practices</li> <li>Cryptography and PKI</li> </ul> <p><b>Interactive learning environment</b> <p>Take your exam prep to the next level with Sybex&#39;s superior interactive online study tools. To access our learning environment, simply visit <b>http://www.wiley.com/go/sybextestprep,</b> type in your unique PIN, and instantly gain one year of FREE access to: <ul> <li><b>Interactive test bank with 2 bonus exams and 12 chapter tests. Practice questions help you identify areas where further review is needed. 325 questions total&#33;</b></li> <li><b>100 Electronic Flashcards to reinforce learning and last&#45;minute prep before the exam.</b></li> <li><b>Comprehensive glossary in PDF format gives you instant access to the key terms so you are fully prepared.</b></li> </ul> <p><b>ABOUT THE COMPTIA SECURITY&#43; CERTIFICATION</b> <p>CompTIA Security&#43; meets the ISO 17024 standard and is approved by U.S. Department of Defense to fulfill Directive 8570.01&#45;M requirements. It is also compliant with government regulations under Federal Information Security Management Act &#40;FISMA&#41;. Visit https://certification.comptia.org/certifications/security for more information.

From the Inside Flap

Covers 100% of exam objectives including threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities; technologies and tools; architecture and design; identity and access management; risk management; cryptography and PKI, and much more...

Includes interactive online learning environment and study tools with:

+ 2 custom practice exams
+ 100 Electronic Flashcards
+ Searchable key term glossary

Expert Security+ SY0-501 exam preparation, endorsed by CompTIA

The seventh edition of CompTIA Security+ Study Guide offers invaluable preparation for Exam SY0-501. Written by a team of expert authors, the book covers 100% of the exam objectives with clear and concise explanations. Discover how to handle threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities using industry-standard tools and technologies, while gaining and understanding the role of architecture and design. Spanning topics from everyday tasks like identity and access management to complex subjects such as risk management and cryptography, this study guide helps you consolidate your knowledge base in preparation for the Security+ exam. Illustrative examples show how these processes play out in real-world scenarios, allowing you to immediately translate essential concepts to on-the-job application.

Coverage of 100% of all exam objectives in this Study Guide means you'll be ready for:

• Managing Risk
• Designing and Diagnosing Networks
• Understanding Devices and Infrastructure
• Identify and Access Management
• Protecting Wireless Networks
• Securing the Cloud
• Data, Privacy, and Security Practices
• Cryptography and PKI

Interactive learning environment

Take your exam prep to the next level with Sybex's superior interactive online study tools. To access our learning environment, simply visit http://www.wiley.com/go/sybextestprep, type in your unique PIN, and instantly gain one year of FREE access to:

• Interactive test bank with 2 bonus exams and 12 chapter tests. Practice questions help you identify areas where further review is needed. 325 questions total!
• 100 Electronic Flashcards to reinforce learning and last-minute prep before the exam.
• Comprehensive glossary in PDF format gives you instant access to the key terms so you are fully prepared.

ABOUT THE COMPTIA SECURITY+ CERTIFICATION

CompTIA Security+ meets the ISO 17024 standard and is approved by U.S. Department of Defense to fulfill Directive 8570.01-M requirements. It is also compliant with government regulations under Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA). Visit https://certification.comptia.org/certifications/security for more information.

Edition details

• Publisher: Sybex
• Publication date: 2017
• ISBN 10: 1119416876
• ISBN 13: 9781119416876
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 528