Reveals those aspects of hacking least understood by network administrators. This handbook analyzes subjects through a hacking/security dichotomy that details hacking maneuvers and defenses in the same context. It includes chapters which are organized around specific components and tasks. "By the author's providing a 'hacker' perspective, readers will more fully understand the ramifications of having an insecure computer, server, network, program, database and or policy. The book [includes] ? a good table of contents that is extensive, very organized and thorough ? . ? [T]here are important discussions of the non-technical kind [of insecurity] like policy, which is too often overlooked in many organizations. ? What is most impressive about the book is its outlines of specific exploits and attacks with prescribed defenses. ? Coupled with good illustrations and detailed explanations[,] this is a great resource for both academic and public libraries." - E-Streams, Vol. 7, No. 9, Sept. 2004 "Awesome work!" -Anton Chuvakin, Ph.D., GCIA, GCIH, netForensics Promo Copy