CCSP SECUR Exam Certification Guide (CCSP Self-Study, 642-501)

The official self-study test preparation guide for the Cisco CCSP SECUR exam 642-501

• Testing the perimeter router
• Enabling AAA processes for use with a TACACS remote service
• Configuring CBAC
• Verifying the IKE and IPSec configuration
• Understanding the Easy VPN Server
• Managing Enterprise VPN Routers
• Configuring AAA on a Cisco IOS(r) Firewall
• Operating authentication proxy technology
• Mitigating common router security threats with access lists
• Using preshared keys to configure a Cisco router for IPSec

CCSP SECUR Exam Certification Guide is a best-of-breed Cisco exam study guide that focuses specifically on the objectives for the SECUR exam. Inside, you'll find preparation hints and test-taking tips to help you identify areas of weakness and improve both your conceptual and hands-on knowledge of network security. Material is organized in a fashion that allows you to focus on increasing your retention of exam topics.

CCSP SECUR Exam Certification Guide presents you with an organized test preparation routine through the use of proven series elements and techniques. "Do I Know This Already?" quizzes open each chapter and allow you to decide how much time you need to spend on each section. Foundation Summary lists and tables make referencing easy and give you a quick refresher whenever you need it. Challenging chapter-ending review questions reinforce key concepts. An entire chapter of scenarios helps you place the exam objectives in real-world situations, thus increasing recall during exam time.

The companion CD-ROM contains a powerful testing engine that allows you to focus on individual topic areas or take a complete, timed exam. The assessment engine tracks your performance and provides feedback on a module-by-module basis, presenting links to the text for further review and helping you devise a complete study plan

CCSP SECUR Exam Certification Guide is part of a recommended study program from Cisco Systems(r) that includes simulation and hands-on training from authorized Cisco Learning Partners and self-study products from Cisco Press. To find out more about instructor-led, e-learning, and hands-on instruction offered by authorized Cisco Learning Partners worldwide, please visit www.cisco.com/go/authorizedtraining.

Greg Bastien, CCNP(r), CCSP, CISSP, works as a partner with Trinity Information Management Services, Inc., as a consultant to the federal government. He is an adjunct professor at Strayer University.

Christian Abera Degu, CCNP, CCDP, and CCSP, is a senior network engineer for Veridian IT Services.