This course will cover how to install, configure and manage network and host based firewalls. It will cover how to set up and configure popular network based firewalls and host based firewalls with various operating systems. It will instruct the students how to set up both network and host based intrusion detection systems to determine if and when a network or system has been breached. Notice to Central Campus Students: Your classroom may not be equipped with a computer for you to use so it is highly advised that you bring your own lap-top type computer to every class for use in this course. For technical specifications and the potential to use financial aid to purchase an appropriate device refer to http://www.jccmi.edu./tbz which is JC's Text Book Zero web site. The library also has computers available for check out. For more information on this option go to http://libguides.jccmi.edu/c.php?g=665872&p=468203 0#s-lg-box-14671267 .
Prerequisites: CNS-201