Microsoft Windows Security Essentials

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IT security can be complex, especially for newcomers. This full-color guide focuses on the Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) program, providing a clear approach to Windows security risks and attacks. By emphasizing essential concepts, beginners can build a solid foundation for more advanced topics. Each chapter starts with a list of topics, followed by concise discussions on core networking skills necessary for understanding the subject. Chapters conclude with review questions and suggested labs to assess comprehension. This resource is ideal for grasping fundamental security concepts and skills, offering a direct approach to security basics, including anti-malware software, firewalls, network topologies, devices, and ports. It reviews all necessary topics for the MTA 98-367 exam, covers security components, securing access with permissions, audit policies, network auditing, and protecting clients and servers. For those new to IT and looking to enter the workforce, this guide is essential reading.