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IT Infrastructure Security

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New page: IT security is a multi-discipline subject requiring a number of different skills sets and knowledge areas. A key area of knowledge which is vital for any security specialist is a clear und...
IT security is a multi-discipline subject requiring a number of different skills sets and knowledge areas. A key area of knowledge which is vital for any security specialist is a clear understanding of IT infrastructure and how it relates to the creation of a comprehensive security strategy.

In this chapter of [[Security+ Essentials]] we will look at the various components that comprise the IT infrastructure of an organization. Some of these components are specifically designed to provide security (such as firewalls), whilst others a simply necessary to meet the needs of an IT operation (such as routers and switches).

== Understanding Firewalls ==