Introduction To Network Firewalls
Published 10/2024
MP4 | Video: h264, 1920×1080 | Audio: AAC, 44.1 KHz
Master the Basics of Network Firewalls: Protecting Networks with Essential Security Knowledge and Hands-on Labs
What you’ll learn
What firewalls are and their role in securing networks.
The difference between hardware, software, and virtual firewalls.
A detailed comparison of different firewall types, such as packet-filtering, stateful inspection, next-generation firewalls (NGFW), and proxy firewalls.
How to configure firewall rules and understand their importance in controlling network traffic.
The role firewalls play in securing site-to-site and client-to-site VPN connections.
Exploring additional firewall services such as botnet protection, DNS filtering, and intrusion prevention systems (IPS).
Applying firewall concepts to real-world network environments.
Requirements
Familiarity with fundamental networking concepts like IP addresses, ports, and protocols (such as TCP/IP) will be helpful.
No advanced knowledge is required, but having an interest in how networks are secured will enhance the learning experience.
This course is designed for beginners, so no prior experience with firewalls is necessary. All topics will be explained from the ground up.
Description
Overview
Section 1: Introduction
Lecture 1 Introduction to Network Firewalls
Section 2: What Are Network Firewalls?
Lecture 2 Definition and Purpose of Firewalls
Lecture 3 The Role of Firewalls in Network Security
Lecture 4 Comparison of Firewall Types
Section 3: Common Network Firewalls
Lecture 5 Small/Medium Business Network Firewalls
Lecture 6 Enterprise Grade Network Firewalls
Lecture 7 Virtual Firewall Appliances
Section 4: Core Firewall Features and Functions
Lecture 8 Firewall Rules
Lecture 9 Virtual Private Networks
Lecture 10 Additional Services
Section 5: Lab Section (WatchGuard)
Lecture 11 Lab Section
Lecture 12 WatchGuard Firewall Hardware Models
Lecture 13 WatchGuard Firewall Licensing
Lecture 14 Unboxing WatchGuard Firewall
Lecture 15 WatchGuard Firewall Out of Box Experience
Lecture 16 WatchGuard Firewall – Watchguard System Manager
Lecture 17 WatchGuard First Time Setup Wizard (Web UI)
Lecture 18 WatchGuard Firewall – Web UI Management
Lecture 19 WatchGuard WSM Setup and Administration
Lecture 20 WatchGuard WSM Network
Lecture 21 WatchGuard WSM Firewall Policies
Lecture 22 How Firewall Policies Work: A Comprehensive Guide
Lecture 23 WatchGuard WSM VPN
Lecture 24 WatchGuard WSM Subscription Services
Lecture 25 WatchGuard WSM Diagnostic Tools
Lecture 26 WatchGuard Cloud
Section 6: Lab Section (Cisco ASAv)
Lecture 27 Cisco ASAv Example
Section 7: Conclusion
Lecture 28 Conclusion
