Re: First Steps.

On 05/09/11 11:52, Heddle Weaver wrote:
> Hello,
>
> Taking first steps in the security world.
> I know that a 'firewall' is nothing but a configuration file for
> iptables, but that's about it.

Blocking is only part of what constitutes a "firewall" ie. the ultimate
firewall is an air-gap.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Firewall_%28computing%29

> I need recommendations for literature or other sources of reliable
> knowledge that start off with answers to questions such as: 'What is a
> port?'

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer_port_%28software%29

>
> Any time and trouble appreciated.
> Regards,
>
> Weaver.
> --
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http://wiki.debian.org/Firewalls
http://www.debian.org/doc/manuals/securing-debian-howto/ch-sec-services.en.html
http://wiki.debian.org/DebianFirewall

Cheers

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