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The third edition of Security Strategies in Linux Platforms and Applications covers every major aspect of security on a Linux system. Using real-world examples and exercises, this useful resource incorporates hands-on activities to walk readers through the fundamentals of security strategies related to the Linux system. Written by an industry expert, this book is divided into three natural parts to illustrate key concepts in the field. It opens with a discussion of the risks, threats, and vulnerabilities associated with Linux as an operating system using current examples and cases. Part 2 discusses how to take advantage of the layers of security available to Linux--user and group options, filesystems, and security options for important services. The book closes with a look at the use of both open source and proprietary tools when building a layered security strategy for Linux operating system environments.Part of the Jones & Bartlett Learning Information Systems Security & Assurance Series! Click here to learn more. Mapped to Linux+ that spans Linux Essentials and Linux SecurityAccounts for the latest Linux distributions and kernels, including end of life for CentOSCovers new Linux-based technologies and security strategiesDiscusses the Microsoft acquisition of Red Hat and rise of commercialized Open SourceCoverage of virtualization, including coverage of Docker and other sandboxing technologies like FirejaiInstructor resources include an Instructor Guide, slides in PowerPoint format, a test guide, sample syllabi, Time on Task documentation, and a content map Linux Operating SystemsIntroduction to UNIX/LinuxLinux Operating System SecurityLinux AdministrationSecuring Linux SystemsLinux Networking and Security (c) 2024 500 pages