Rob Shimonski's Newest Releases

 Foundations of Cloud Computing provides readers with a guidebook to navigating the field of Cloud Computing, including the guiding principles, key concepts, history, terminology, state-of-the-art in research, and a roadmap to where the field intersects and interacts with related fields of research and development. In this age of total connectivity, researchers need to be able to communicate and collaborate with a wide range of colleagues across multiple disciplines. This book helps researchers from all fields understand what Cloud Computing is, how it works, and how to speak the language of collaboration with developers and researchers who specialize in the field. With a complete and in-depth foundation in the key concepts of the field, and a roadmap to where and how Cloud Computing intersects across the domains of scientific research and application development, this book gives readers everything they need to navigate and apply this important, ubiquitous technology.

• Covers research issues and concepts of Cloud Computing, providing a complete foundational understanding of the field, including history of the field, the state-of-the-art, principles, and key concepts
• Provides in-depth information about the technical underpinnings of Cloud Computing, such as mathematical formulas, programming methods, algorithms, and protocols
• Helps readers understand the links between Cloud Computing and related interdisciplinary fields for collaboration in research and development, by providing applications and case studies, a road map of related fields, glossary, frontiers of research, as well as challenges and future directions

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 Prepare for the CompTIA PenTest+ certification exam and improve your information security job performance with Sybex

In the newly revised third edition of the CompTIA PenTest+ Study Guide: Exam PT0-003, renowned information security professionals Mike Chapple, Rob Shimonski, and David Seidl deliver a comprehensive and up-to-date roadmap to succeeding on the challenging PenTest+ certification exam. Freshly updated to track the latest changes made to Exam PT0-003, the book will prepare you not just for the test, but for your first day at your first or next information security job.

From penetration testing to vulnerability management and assessment, the authors cover every competency tested by the qualification exam. You'll also find:

• Complimentary access to the Sybex online learning environment, complete with hundreds of electronic flashcards and a searchable glossary of important terms
• Up-to-date info organized to track the newly updated PT0-003 PenTest+ certification exam
• Quick reference material and practice tests designed to help you prepare smarter and faster for the test

Succeed on the PT0-003 exam the first time. Grab a copy of CompTIA PenTest+ Study Guide and walk into the test—or your new information security job—with confidence.

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 Revised and updated to keep pace with this ever-changing field, Security Strategies in Windows Platforms and Applications, Fourth Edition focuses on new risks, threats, and vulnerabilities associated with the Microsoft Windows operating system, placing a particular emphasis on Windows 11, and Windows Server 2022. The Fourth Edition highlights how to use tools and techniques to decrease risks arising from vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows operating systems and applications. The book also includes a resource for readers desiring more information on Microsoft Windows OS hardening, application security, and incident management. With its accessible writing style, and step-by-step examples, this must-have resource will ensure readers are educated on the latest Windows security strategies and techniques. The Fourth Edition further expands on previous discussions to include more coverage of cloud computing topics, IPv6, and the Internet of Things (IoT). Malware and encryption sections have been completely updated as well to include the latest threats, mitigation techniques, and tools available. In all, the Fourth Edition includes the latest information needed to implement and manage Windows platforms in today’s dynamic environments. This book has also been fully updated to reflect current technology trends such as cloud, AI/ML, DevOps and the use of Microsoft Azure. 

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