CIS 150.1:  Security for Cable and DSL Home Networks

© 2009 Eric Skagerberg   (All rights reserved.  This material may not be reproduced in printed or electronic format without the express permission of the author.)
Adjunct Instructor, Computer & Information Sciences Department
Santa Rosa Junior College, California
 

Page last updated 7 April, 2009.


Syllabus 

  • Basic Single-Computer Security (Enter your CATE user name & password)
    • Security Components
      • Combination Internet security suites
      • The Essential Components:
        • Firewall Software
        • Antivirus Software
        • Anti-Spyware
        • Operating System Updates
      • Rootkit Protection
      • Clickjacking
      • The Limited User Account option
    • Internet Connections
      • Direct network adapter connection to cable or DSL modem
      • Dial-up modem connection
      • Other Connection Alternatives
      • Multiple-modem dialup
    • Internet TCP/IP addressing
      • IP (Internet Protocol) address
      • Subnet Mask
      • DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)
      • DNS (Domain Name Service)
      • Gateway
      • Ports
      • Secure Email Ports
    • Test your Internet connection
  • Home and Small Office Network Security (Enter your CATE user name & password)
  • Internet Connection Sharing
  • Cable/DSL router or access point
  • Network Address Translation (NAT)
    • Public vs. Private IP Addresses
    • NAT's simple firewall function
  • Port forwarding
  • Wireless networks
    • Are you on the map?
    • 5 Common Wi-Fi Security Mistakes
    • Demonstration with Windows XP notebook computer & Linksys hardware
    • Secure wireless setup
      • Wireless Router setup
      • Wireless Security Types
        • WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)
        • WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)
        • WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access version 2)
      • Wireless Computer setup
      • How to Enhance and Secure Your Wi-Fi Network
  • Conclusion

 


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