A firewall is a network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules. A firewall typically establishes a barrier between a trusted internal network and untrusted external network, such as the Internet.
There are three basic types of firewalls that are used by companies to protect their data & devices to keep destructive elements out of the network, viz. Packet Filters, Stateful Inspection, and Proxy Server Firewalls.
Content:
Firewall Planning and Design
Developing a Security Policy
Firewall Configuration Strategies
Packet Filtering
Working with Proxies and Application-Level Firewalls
Authenticating Users
Encryption and Firewalls
Choosing a Bastion Host
Setting Up a Virtual Private Network
Building Your Own Firewall
Ongoing Administration