Wireless and Mobile Device Security - Softcover

Doherty; Jim

Softcover

ISBN 10: 128421172X ISBN 13: 9781284211726

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers, 2021

Synopsis

The world of wireless and mobile devices is evolving rapidly, with many individuals relying solely on their wireless devices in the workplace and in the home. The growing use of mobile devices demands that organizations become more educated in securing this technology and determining how to best protect their assets. Written by an industry expert, Wireless and Mobile Device Security, Second Edition explores the evolution of wired networks to wireless networking and its impact on the corporate world. Using case studies and real-world events, it goes on to discuss risk assessments, threats, and vulnerabilities of wireless networks, as well as the security measures that should be put in place to mitigate breaches. KEY FEATURES - Available with Cybersecurity Cloud Labs, providing immersive mock IT infrastructures where students can learn and practice foundational cybersecurity skills. - Discusses the history and evolution of wireless networks, including emerging trends in 5G connectivity and IOT - Explores the impact of wireless on the corporate world - Focuses on 802.11 WLAN security in both the small office/home office world and for larger organizations - Offers security solutions for the risks and vulnerabilities in mobile devices - Surveys the mobile malware landscape and discusses mitigation strategies

About this title

About the Author

Jim Doherty is the Sr. Vice President of Marketing Officer at Ixia. Jim has lead held marketing, sales and engineering leadership positions at Certes Networks, Motorola, Cisco Systems and Ericsson during a 19-year career in the networking and communications sectors. Jim has made a name for himself in the industry due to his ability to explain networking technologies to non-technical audiences in a way that still satisfies technical professionals. He has extensive speaking and presenting experience and if often sought out to explain networking and communication technologies to non-technical audiences. Jim is also the creator and co-author of the "Networking Simplified" series of books, and a comprehensive set of CCNA study notes; published in a number of certification guides. Jim holds a B.S. in electrical engineering from N.C. State University, and an MBA from Duke University. Before earning his degrees Jim served in the US Marine Corps obtaining the rank of Sergeant.

Edition details

• Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers
• Publication date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 128421172X
• ISBN 13: 9781284211726
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 400