This book prepares the reader to understand and install intelligent residential controls for residential lighting and comfort systems. It describes concepts and practices for controlling these areas of the home in conjunction with other intelligent systems, such as the A/V, Security and Network sub systems.

This book prepares the reader to work in the residential security and surveillance business. It includes information on installing and configuring residential security systems, including a wide array of sensors and alarms. It also covers residential surveillance systems and their integration into the security and network systems.

This book prepares the reader to advise customers about residential audio and video systems and their installation. The material concentrates on Whole Home Audio and video systems, as well as home theater instaaltions. The book also provides a wealth of A/V industry standard installation concepts and practices.

An accessible introduction to cybersecurity concepts and practices

Cybersecurity Essentials provides a comprehensive introduction to the field, with expert coverage of essential topics required for entry-level cybersecurity certifications. An effective defense consists of four distinct challenges: securing the infrastructure, securing devices, securing local networks, and securing the perimeter. Overcoming these challenges requires a detailed understanding of the concepts and practices within each realm. This book covers each challenge individually for greater depth of...