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CompTIA Secure Network Professional
1 Introduction to Networking
1-1 Networking Concepts
1-2 Network Topologies
1-3 Network Devices
1-4 Network Protocols
1-5 Network Addressing
2 Network Security Fundamentals
2-1 Security Concepts
2-2 Threats and Vulnerabilities
2-3 Security Policies and Procedures
2-4 Security Controls
2-5 Risk Management
3 Network Access Control
3-1 Authentication Methods
3-2 Authorization and Access Control
3-3 Network Access Control (NAC) Solutions
3-4 Identity and Access Management (IAM)
3-5 Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
4 Secure Network Design
4-1 Network Segmentation
4-2 Secure Network Architecture
4-3 Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
4-4 Secure Wireless Networks
4-5 Secure Network Configuration
5 Network Security Monitoring
5-1 Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDPS)
5-2 Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
5-3 Log Management
5-4 Network Traffic Analysis
5-5 Incident Response
6 Secure Communication and Data Protection
6-1 Encryption Concepts
6-2 Secure Communication Protocols
6-3 Data Integrity and Authentication
6-4 Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
6-5 Digital Signatures and Certificates
7 Network Security Devices and Technologies
7-1 Firewalls
7-2 Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDPS)
7-3 Secure Web Gateways
7-4 Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
7-5 Unified Threat Management (UTM)
8 Wireless Network Security
8-1 Wireless Network Threats
8-2 Wireless Security Protocols
8-3 Wireless Network Access Control
8-4 Wireless Intrusion Detection and Prevention
8-5 Secure Wireless Deployment
9 Cloud and Virtualization Security
9-1 Cloud Security Concepts
9-2 Virtualization Security
9-3 Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASB)
9-4 Secure Cloud Storage
9-5 Virtual Network Security
10 Mobile and IoT Security
10-1 Mobile Device Security
10-2 Mobile Application Security
10-3 IoT Security Challenges
10-4 IoT Device Security
10-5 Secure IoT Deployment
11 Incident Response and Disaster Recovery
11-1 Incident Response Planning
11-2 Incident Handling and Analysis
11-3 Disaster Recovery Planning
11-4 Backup and Restore Strategies
11-5 Business Continuity Planning
12 Legal, Regulatory, and Compliance
12-1 Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations
12-2 Data Protection and Privacy Laws
12-3 Compliance Requirements
12-4 Audit and Assessment
12-5 Legal and Ethical Considerations
13 Professional Skills and Certifications
13-1 Professionalism and Ethics
13-2 Communication Skills
13-3 Team Collaboration
13-4 Continuing Education and Certifications
13-5 Career Development
1.4 Network Protocols

1.4 Network Protocols

Network protocols are the set of rules and conventions that govern how data is transmitted over a network. Understanding these protocols is crucial for securing and managing network communications. Below, we will explore four key network protocols: TCP/IP, HTTP/HTTPS, DNS, and SSH.

TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)

TCP/IP is the foundational protocol suite for the internet. It ensures reliable, ordered, and error-checked delivery of data between applications running on hosts. TCP handles the data flow, while IP manages the addressing and routing of packets across the network.

Example: When you send an email, TCP ensures the email is broken into packets, sent over the network, and reassembled in the correct order at the recipient's end. IP ensures each packet reaches the correct destination.

HTTP/HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol/Secure)

HTTP is the protocol used for transferring web pages on the internet. HTTPS is the secure version of HTTP, using SSL/TLS encryption to protect data in transit. HTTPS is essential for secure transactions, such as online banking and e-commerce.

Example: When you visit a website, your browser sends an HTTP request to the server. If the site uses HTTPS, the data exchanged is encrypted, preventing eavesdropping and tampering.

DNS (Domain Name System)

DNS translates human-readable domain names (like www.example.com) into IP addresses that computers use to identify each other on the network. It acts as a directory service for the internet, allowing users to access websites using easy-to-remember names.

Example: When you type a URL into your browser, DNS resolves the domain name to an IP address, directing your request to the correct server.

SSH (Secure Shell)

SSH is a protocol used for secure remote login and other secure network services over an unsecured network. It provides strong authentication and encrypted data communications between two computers.

Example: System administrators use SSH to securely manage servers from remote locations, ensuring that sensitive data and commands are transmitted securely.

Understanding these network protocols is essential for anyone pursuing the CompTIA Secure Network Professional certification. Each protocol plays a critical role in ensuring secure and efficient network communication.

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