The Bottom Line
This book has been a must-read for anyone tasked with network security from its original publishing. This 3rd Edition is extensively revised to bring it up to speed with current tips and techniques.
Pros
- A must-read for any Security Administrator
- Full of scripts, checklists, tips and warnings
- Extensive updates made to 2nd Edition
Cons
- Very thick book. Not a weekend read.
Description
- Much needed update to a classic Information Security book. Updated to reflect the changing industry.
- Covers all aspects of good security including physical security, forensics and legal issues.
- Scripts, checklists and tips help readers take the information and apply it to their networks.
Guide Review - Book Review: Practical Unix & Internet Security
Practical Unix & Internet Security is one of the few "must-read" books that every Security Administrator should read. From its first incarnation this book has been looked on by many as the "Bible" of Information Security.
While many found the 2nd Edition to be a valuable resource, the material was seriously dated and the world was in great need of this new edition. The 3rd Edition is updated to include newer technologies like LDAP, Samba and wireless technology.
The book does not stop at the bits and bytes. It also discusses aspects of good physical security as well as some of the legal issues and implications of a hacked system.
The scripts and checklists are a great tool for administrators to put to use in their own environments.
