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“…Cisco authorized self-study book for CCSP 642-501 foundation learning Identify the lineup of Cisco Systems network security products and enumerate the components of a complete security policy Use Cisco Secure ACS for Windows and Cisco Secure ACS for UNIX to implement TACACS+ and RADIUS AAA support in Cisco router networks Configure AAA support on perimeter Cisco routers and Cisco IOS Firewalls Implement standard practices to secure administrative access and disable unused router protocols, services, and interfaces Use AutoSecure to configure security parameters on Cisco routers Configure Cisco IOS Firewalls for CBAC, Authentication Proxy, and AAA support Configure and manage Cisco IOS IDS router signatures and audit rules Monitor Cisco IOS IDS routers using Security Monitor or Syslog servers Configure IPSec VPN tunnels on Cisco routers using preshared keys or RSA signatures Configure Cisco routers to use IPSec with Network Address Translation Use Security Device Manager and Router Management Center to configure and manage Cisco IOS VPN and Cisco IOS Firewall policies Mitigate common router security threats with access control lists (ACLs) CCSP Self-Study: Securing Cisco IOS Networks (SECUR) is a complete reference for security practices, protocols, software, and equipment that work on or in conjunction with Cisco IOS equipment to provide layers of security to networks. In addition to acting as a key study aid for the CCSP SECUR 642-501 exam, this book will be an invaluable theory and configuration guide for years to come. …”

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“…Rue Green, CCIE No. 9269 (Routing & Switching and Voice), CISSP, MCSE, MCITP is a Technical Leader for the Customer Collaboration Service Line within Cisco Advanced Services, where he focuses on unified contact center architectures and deployment methodologies. He currently acts in a delivery architect role for Unified CVP, Unified ICM, and Cisco Unified Communications Manager for Unified Contact Center Solutions. …”