Principles of Knowledge Representation and Reasoning
Principles of Knowledge Representation and Reasoning

Author: Bernhard Nebel

Publisher: Morgan Kaufmann Publishers

Published: 1992

Total Pages: 834

ISBN-13:

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Stringently reviewed papers presented at the October 1992 meeting held in Cambridge, Mass., address such topics as nonmonotonic logic; taxonomic logic; specialized algorithms for temporal, spatial, and numerical reasoning; and knowledge representation issues in planning, diagnosis, and natural langu

Mission-Critical Active Directory
Mission-Critical Active Directory

Author: Micky Balladelli

Publisher: Digital Press

Published: 2001-01-11

Total Pages: 648

ISBN-13: 9781555582401

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Learn from Compaq's own Active Directory experts techniques and best practices for creating a secure and scalable network foundation for Windows 2000 and Exchange 2000. Mission-Critical Active Directory provides systems designers and administrators within growing and large organizations with techniques and insights into Active Directory. Using this information, they can build a Windows 2000 network that reliably accommodates many thousands of new users, computers, and programs. Few individuals possess the knowledge of Active Directory design, operation, and security necessary to build a truly secure and stable Windows 2000 system. Now two of these experts--Compaq's own resident authorities--share their methods and experiences with readers. Uniquely treats Active Directory as a true enterprise networking foundation Special focus on Active Directory scalability and security A technically sophisticated, intermediate book - does for Active Directory what Redmond does for Exchange Server

Configuring Windows 2000 without Active Directory
Configuring Windows 2000 without Active Directory

Author: Syngress

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2001-09-04

Total Pages: 785

ISBN-13: 0080476724

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Eliminate the hassles of Active Directory - install Windows 2000 without it! Windows 2000 is undoubtedly a great product. In one year after its release, Microsoft have sold have sold 10 million licenses. System administrators are praising its impressive abilities to coordinate Internet, intranet, extranets, and management applications creating a complete technical infrastructure. However, there has been a noticeable amount of organizations that are avoiding one of the most talked about features of Windows 2000 - Active Directory. The industry buzz is that Active Directory (although a great product) is a burden to implement and install and is not compatible with non Windows products like Solaris, NetWare and Linux. Configuring Windows 2000 WITHOUT Active Directory is a complete guide to installation and configuration of Windows 2000 (without Active Directory) for system administrators and network consultants. This book details not only the new features and functions of Windows 2000 but also how to integrate several features with existing Windows NT4 domains. The book does not cover the Active Directory function of Windows 2000. - There is nothing like this book available, yet every Windows 2000 mail list, magazine and online forum shouts for his sort of coverage!

The Best Damn Firewall Book Period
The Best Damn Firewall Book Period

Author: Syngress

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2003-10-16

Total Pages: 1329

ISBN-13: 0080476066

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This book is essential reading for anyone wanting to protect Internet-connected computers from unauthorized access. Coverage includes TCP/IP, setting up firewalls, testing and maintaining firewalls, and much more. All of the major important firewall products are covered including Microsoft Internet Security and Acceleration Server (ISA), ISS BlackICE, Symantec Firewall, Check Point NG, and PIX Firewall. Firewall configuration strategies and techniques are covered in depth. The book answers questions about firewalls, from How do I make Web/HTTP work through my firewall? To What is a DMZ, and why do I want one? And What are some common attacks, and how can I protect my system against them? The Internet's explosive growth over the last decade has forced IT professionals to work even harder to secure the private networks connected to it—from erecting firewalls that keep out malicious intruders to building virtual private networks (VPNs) that permit protected, fully encrypted communications over the Internet's vulnerable public infrastructure. The Best Damn Firewalls Book Period covers the most popular Firewall products, from Cisco's PIX Firewall to Microsoft's ISA Server to CheckPoint NG, and all the components of an effective firewall set up. Anything needed to protect the perimeter of a network can be found in this book. - This book is all encompassing, covering general Firewall issues and protocols, as well as specific products. - Anyone studying for a security specific certification, such as SANS' GIAC Certified Firewall Analyst (GCFW) will find this book an invaluable resource. - The only book to cover all major firewall products from A to Z: CheckPoint, ISA Server, Symatec, BlackICE, PIX Firewall and Nokia.

Firewalls For Dummies
Firewalls For Dummies

Author: Brian Komar

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2003-09-24

Total Pages: 428

ISBN-13: 9780764544286

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What an amazing world we live in! Almost anything you can imaginecan be researched, compared, admired, studied, and in many cases,bought, with the click of a mouse. The Internet has changed ourlives, putting a world of opportunity before us. Unfortunately, ithas also put a world of opportunity into the hands of those whosemotives are less than honorable. A firewall, a piece of software orhardware that erects a barrier between your computer and those whomight like to invade it, is one solution. If you’ve been using the Internet for any length of time,you’ve probably received some unsavory and unsolicitede-mail. If you run a business, you may be worried about thesecurity of your data and your customers’ privacy. At home,you want to protect your personal information from identity thievesand other shady characters. Firewalls ForDummies® will give you the lowdown onfirewalls, then guide you through choosing, installing, andconfiguring one for your personal or bus iness network. Firewalls For Dummies® helps youunderstand what firewalls are, how they operate on different typesof networks, what they can and can’t do, and how to pick agood one (it’s easier than identifying that perfect melon inthe supermarket.) You’ll find out about Developing security policies Establishing rules for simple protocols Detecting and responding to system intrusions Setting up firewalls for SOHO or personal use Creating demilitarized zones Using Windows or Linux as a firewall Configuring ZoneAlarm, BlackICE, and Norton personalfirewalls Installing and using ISA server and FireWall-1 With the handy tips and hints this book provides, you’llfind that firewalls are nothing to fear – that is,unless you’re a cyber-crook! You’ll soon be able tokeep your data safer, protect your family’s privacy, andprobably sleep better, too.