This top-selling study guide helps candidates prepare for exam SY0-301 and certification as a CompTIA Security+ administrator. Inside the new, CompTIA Authorized edition, you'll find complete coverage of all Security+ exam objectives, loads of real-world examples, and a CD packed with cutting-edge exam prep tools. The book covers key exam topics such as general security concepts, infrastructure security, the basics of cryptography, and much more.

• Provides 100% coverage of all exam objectives for the new CompTIA Security+ exam SY0-301 including:
  
  
  
  
  
  • Network security
  
  
  
  • Compliance and operational security
  
  
  
  • Threats and vulnerabilities
  
  
  
  • Application, data and host security
  
  
  
  • Access control and identity management
  
  
  
  • Cryptography
  
  
  



• Covers key topics such as general security concepts, communication and infrastructure security, the basics of cryptography, operational security, and more



• Offers practical examples and insights drawn from the real world



• Includes a CD with two practice exams, all chapter review questions, electronic flashcards, and more

Obtain your Security+ certification and jump-start your career. It's possible with the kind of thorough preparation you'll receive from CompTIA Security+ Study Guide, 5th Edition.