- Copyright 2002
- Dimensions: 7" x 9"
- Pages: 408
- Edition: 1st
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Book
- ISBN-10: 1-57870-266-6
- ISBN-13: 978-1-57870-266-4
Building Linux Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) covers the most popular VPN technologies available for the Linux platform. In the early chapters the theory behind VPNs is discussed, including needs and uses. Common network and host configurations are also covered. Subsequent chapters drill down into the implementation and configuration of specific software packages. Specific, detailed instructions are included as well as troubleshooting information. This book will be an indispensable resource for anyone who wants to implement a Linux-based VPN. This book will meet the needs of anyone, from the Linux user to the experienced administrator to the security professional.
--Oleg Kolesnikov
Online Sample Chapter
Linux VPN Fundamentals
Table of Contents
I. VIRTUAL PRIVATE NETWORKS.
1. Introduction to VPNs. 2. VPN Fundamentals. II. IMPLEMENTING STANDARD VPN PROTOCOLS.
3. Building a VPN with SSH and PPP. 4. Building a VPN with SSL/TLS and PPP. 5. IPSec. 6. FreeS/WAN. 7. PPTP. III. IMPLEMENTING NONSTANDARD VPN PROTOCOLS.
8. VTun. 9. cIPe. 10. tinc. IV. APPENDICES.
A. Commercial Solutions. B. Selecting a Cipher. C. Glossary.
Praise For Building Linux Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
Robert M. Slade
Founder, DECUS Canada Communications SIG
I have not found, to date, a book that does a better job of explaining the concepts and operations of virtual private networks. This should become the classic text.
To read the full review, visit http://victorian.tc.ca.