Project Study Guide or IPsec Virtual Private Network Fundamentals

Project+ Study Guide: Exam (Pko-002)

Author: Lona Cram

Here's the book you need to prepare for the latest version of CompTIA's Project+ exam. This Study Guide was developed to meet the exacting requirements of today's certification candidates. In addition to the consistent and accessible instructional approach that has earned Sybex the "Best Study Guide" designation in the 2003 CertCities Readers Choice Awards, this book provides:

• Clear and concise information on project management

• Practical examples and insights drawn from real-world experience

• Leading-edge exam preparation software, including a test engine and electronic flashcards

You'll also find authoritative coverage of key exam topics, including:

• Project Initiation and Scope Definition

• Project Planning

• Project Execution, Control and Coordination

• Project Closure, Acceptance and Support

This book has been reviewed and approved as CompTIA Authorized Quality Curriculum (CAQC). Students derive a number of important study advantages with CAQC materials, including coverage of all exam objectives, implementation of important instructional design principles, and instructional reviews that help students assess their learning comprehension and readiness for the exam.

Note:CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Table of Contents:

Ch. 1	IT project management overview	1
Ch. 2	Project initiation	31
Ch. 3	Scope planning	69
Ch. 4	Schedule planning	103
Ch. 5	Cost planning	133
Ch. 6	Other planning processes	165
Ch. 7	Comprehensive project plan	207
Ch. 8	Project execution	231
Ch. 9	Project control	275
Ch. 10	Project closure	321
App. A	Systems development life cycle	343

See also: Paths to God or Working in the Dark

IPsec Virtual Private Network Fundamentals

Author: James Henry Carmouch

An introduction to designing and configuring Cisco IPsec VPNs

Understand the basics of the IPsec protocol and learn implementation best practices

Study up-to-date IPsec design, incorporating current Cisco innovations in the security and VPN marketplace

Learn how to avoid common pitfalls related to IPsec deployment

Reinforce theory with case studies, configuration examples showing how IPsec maps to real-world solutions

IPsec Virtual Private Network Fundamentals provides a basic working knowledge of IPsec on various Cisco routing and switching platforms. It provides the foundation necessary to understand the different components of Cisco IPsec implementation and how it can be successfully implemented in a variety of network topologies and markets (service provider, enterprise, financial, government). This book views IPsec as an emerging requirement in most major vertical markets, explaining the need for increased information authentication, confidentiality, and non-repudiation for secure transmission of confidential data. The book is written using a layered approach, starting with basic explanations of why IPsec was developed and the types of organizations relying on IPsec to secure data transmissions. It then outlines the basic IPsec/ISAKMP fundamentals that were developed to meet demand for secure data transmission. The book covers the design and implementation of IPsec VPN architectures using an array of Cisco products, starting with basic concepts and proceeding to more advanced topics including high availability solutions and public key infrastructure (PKI). Sample topology diagrams and configuration examples are provided in each chapter toreinforce the fundamentals expressed in text and to assist readers in translating concepts into practical deployment scenarios. Additionally, comprehensive case studies are incorporated throughout to map topics to real-world solutions.