Networking & Cybersecurity Architecture: Principles, Protocols, & Practical Defenses for Modern Systems: A Comprehensive Guide to Modern Architectures, Protocols, and Cybersecurity Practices by Sherif Salah-EL-Din
English | June 24, 2026 | ASIN: B0H6JFC4MR | 66 pages | EPUB | 0.47 Mb
Networking and Security Fundamentals: A Comprehensive Guide
Build a solid foundation in modern networking and cybersecurity with this practical and accessible guide designed for students, IT professionals, aspiring network engineers, and cybersecurity enthusiasts.
From understanding how data travels across networks to implementing layered security defenses, this book provides a structured journey through the core concepts that power today's digital infrastructure. Readers will explore network architecture, the OSI and TCP/IP models, IP addressing and subnetting, routing and switching, wireless networking, common cyber threats, security technologies, and hands-on lab environments.
What You'll Learn ✔ Network architecture and communication fundamentals
✔ The OSI Model and TCP/IP Model in real-world environments
✔ IPv4, IPv6, subnetting, and logical addressing concepts
✔ Switching, routing, VLANs, and routing protocols
✔ Wireless networking security and modern protection mechanisms
✔ Common attack vectors including phishing, denial-of-service attacks, and man-in-the-middle attacks
✔ Firewalls, IDS/IPS, and layered defense strategies
✔ Hands-on lab design using Packet Tracer, GNS3, EVE-NG, and Wireshark
✔ Practical troubleshooting methodologies and security best practices
Why This Book? Unlike many introductory networking books that focus solely on theory, this guide combines foundational concepts with practical examples, real-world scenarios, review questions, best practices, and hands-on exercises to reinforce learning and build job-ready skills. The book emphasizes both networking knowledge and security awareness, helping readers understand not only how networks operate but also how they are protected against modern threats.
Ideal For University and college students
Network and system administrators
Cybersecurity beginners
Certification candidates preparing for networking and security exams
IT professionals seeking a stronger networking foundation
Self-learners pursuing careers in networking and cybersecurity
Whether you are starting your journey in IT or strengthening your existing skills, Networking and Security Fundamentals: A Comprehensive Guide provides the knowledge, practical perspective, and hands-on experience needed to understand, build, secure, and troubleshoot modern networks.
Master the fundamentals. Build practical skills. Secure the future.
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