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IT Audit Field Manual

You're reading from   IT Audit Field Manual Strengthen your cyber defense through proactive IT auditing

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Product type Paperback
Published in Sep 2024
Publisher Packt
ISBN-13 9781835467930
Length 336 pages
Edition 1st Edition
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Lewis Heuermann Lewis Heuermann
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Table of Contents (18) Chapters Close

Preface 1. Part 1: Foundations of IT Auditing FREE CHAPTER
2. Chapter 1: Introduction to IT Auditing 3. Chapter 2: Audit Planning and Preparation 4. Part 2: Auditing IT Systems and Networks
5. Chapter 3: Cisco Switches and Routers: Access Methods and Security Assessments 6. Chapter 4: Next-Generation Firewall Auditing 7. Chapter 5: Cloud Security Auditing 8. Chapter 6: Endpoint Security: Windows 10 and Windows 11 9. Chapter 7: Linux Systems Auditing 10. Chapter 8: Wireless Access Points and Storage Technology Auditing 11. Chapter 9: Data Protection and Privacy Considerations 12. Chapter 10: Reporting and Remediation 13. Chapter 11: Advanced Topics in IT Auditing 14. Chapter 12: Building an IT Audit Career 15. Index 16. Other Books You May Enjoy Appendix: Conclusion and Future Outlook

Introduction to Linux

Linux is a free and open-source operating system that has gained significant popularity since its creation by Linus Torvalds in 1991. Based on the Unix operating system, Linux is known for its stability, security, and flexibility. Linux is widely used in various computing environments in commercial and private applications.

One of the great features of Linux is its modular design, which allows organizations to modify the entire operating system to fit different applications. The unique customization has led to the development of numerous Linux distributions, or “distros,” each with its own unique set of features, user interfaces, and package management systems.

Some of the most popular Linux distributions include the following:

  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL): RHEL is the leading Linux distribution used for servers in enterprise environments. Known for its robustness, security features, and professional support services, RHEL is widely...
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