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Last Updated: Dec 15, 2004 
You can never be too rich, too thin, or -- in the networking world -- too secure. Read our top security tips, follow the advice, and be well on your way to a safer, sounder network. >> Looking for more in-depth security info? Browse our entire listing of security tips here.
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>> Free network security toolkit
TIP :A look at a few essential components of that toolkit and examples of free tools that are available on the Internet.
>> Introduction to firewalls
TIP :Learn about network layer versus application layer firewalls and how they help protect your network.
>> Security policy and employee access
TIP :A look at employee access documentation.
>> System patching made easy
TIP :Here's an introduction to a handy patch management tool.
>> Integrated content filtering
TIP :A look at some of the things you need to examine before selecting an integrated content filtering solution.
>> Understanding denial-of-service attacks
TIP :Mike Paquette of Top Layer Networks explains DoS attacks in this interview.
>> Intrusion detection basics
TIP :A look at the basics of intrusion detection.
>> Ten steps to a holistic secure messaging strategy
TIP :Jim Reavis offered ten tips for a holistic secure messaging strategy at Security Decisions.
>> WEP vulnerabilities -- wired equivalent privacy?
TIP :A brief look at some of the security issues related to WEP usage and a link to a more detailed examination of these issues.
>> How to cost-effectively battle viruses
TIP :Learn about cost-effective antivirus strategies.

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