--- title: Security Strat, Messier 3e cyber JBL_CS_9781284255850 description: Security Strategies in Linux Platforms and Applications covers every major aspect of security on a Linux system. --- - [My Account](http://www2.jblearning.com/my-account/login) - [Cart (0)](http://www.jblearning.com/cart/) [![jblogo_lp](https://info2.jblearning.com/hs-fs/hubfs/z_Template_Images_LANDINGPAGE/Logos/jblogo_lp.jpg?width=190&height=64&name=jblogo_lp.jpg "jblogo_lp")](https://www.jblearning.com/) - [Browse Subjects](https://www.jblearning.com) - [Custom Solutions](http://customsolutions.jblearning.com) - [Contact](http://www.jblearning.com/aboutus/contactus/findarep/) - [Redeem Code](http://www2.jblearning.com/my-account/terms-and-conditions) ![Security Strategies in Linux Platforms and Applications](https://info2.jblearning.com/hs-fs/hubfs/9781284255850%20transparent.png?width=600&name=9781284255850%20transparent.png "Security Strategies in Linux Platforms and Applications") # Request Your Digital Review Copy The third edition of *Security Strategies in Linux Platforms and Applications* covers every major aspect of security on a Linux system. Using real-world examples and exercises, this useful resource incorporates hands-on activities to walk readers through the fundamentals of security strategies related to the Linux system. Written by an industry expert, this book is divided into three natural parts to illustrate key concepts in the field. It opens with a discussion of the risks, threats, and vulnerabilities associated with Linux as an operating system using current examples and cases. Part 2 discusses how to take advantage of the layers of security available to Linux--user and group options, filesystems, and security options for important services. The book closes with a look at the use of open source and proprietary tools when building a layered security strategy for Linux operating system environments. ### Key Features: - **Mapped to Linux+** that spans Linux Essentials and Linux Security. - Accounts for the latest Linux distributions and kernels, including **end-of-life for CentOS**. - Covers new Linux-based technologies and security strategies. - Discusses the **Microsoft acquisition of Red Hat** and the rise of **commercialized Open Source.** - **Coverage of virtualization**, including coverage of Docker and other sandboxing technologies like Firejai. - **Instructor resources** include an Instructor Guide, PowerPoint slides, a test guide, sample syllabi, Time on Task documentation, and a content map. ### About Us - [About Us](http://www.jblearning.com/about/overview/) - [Brand & Partners](http://www.jblearning.com/brandspartners/brands) - [Ascend Learning](http://www.ascendlearning.com/) - [Careers](http://www.ascendlearning.com/careers/) ### Products & Solutions - [Browse Subjects](http://www.jblearning.com/catalog/alldisciplines/) - [eLearning](http://www.jblearning.com/elearning/) - [Custom Solutions](http://www.jblearning.com/custom/overview/) - [Booksellers](http://www.jblearning.com/booksellers/wholesaler/) ### Support - [Contact Us](http://www.jblearning.com/about/contact) - [Privacy Policy](https://auth.jblearning.com/policy.html) - [Privacy Policy CA](https://auth.jblearning.com/policy.html#privacy_information_ca) - [Terms of Use](https://auth.jblearning.com/terms.html) - [Technical Support](http://www.jblearning.com/techsupport) - - - - © Jones & Bartlett Learning, LLC — All Rights Reserved Your Privacy Choices