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Implementing 802.1x Security Solutions for Wired and Wireless Networks
Now you can approach 802.1x implementation with confidence
You know it's essential, and you've heard that it can be tricky — implementing the 802.1x standard. Here is a road map that will steer you safely around the pitfalls, smooth out the rough patches, and guide you to a successful implementation of 802.1x in
both wired and wireless networks. Complete with step-by-step instructions, recommendations to help you choose the best solutions, and troubleshooting tips, it lets you benefit from the experience of others who have met the challenge.
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Get an overview of port-based authentication and network architecture concepts
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Examine EAPOL, RADIUS, and EAP-Methods protocols
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Understand 802.1x protocol packet structure and operation
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Explore and evaluate complete 802.1x-based security solutions for various needs
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Learn what parts are necessary to construct a complete network access-control system
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Configure your system and assure that all aspects of it work together
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Follow step-by-step instructions and screen shots to successfully set up 802.1x-based security solutions and make them work
CONTENTS:
Introduction.
Part I Concepts.
Chapter 1 Network Architecture Concepts.
Chapter 2 Port-Based Authentication Concepts.
Part II Standards and Protocols.
Chapter 3 EAPOL Protocol.
Chapter 4 RADIUS Protocols.
Chapter 5 EAP-Methods Protocol.
Part III Implementation.
Chapter 6 Configuring Supplicants.
Chapter 7 Configuring Authenticators.
Chapter 8 Configuring Authentication Servers.
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting.
Appendix RFC 3748: Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP).
Glossary.
Index.
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