Chapter 1: File Transfer Security Issues
by Ed Tittel

The ability to securely transfer files to clients, business partners, and other corporate branches in your enterprise is an absolute necessity. The Shortcut Guide to Securing Automated File Transfer, authored by 24-year computing veteran Ed Tittel, offers a consolidated explanation of the techniques that you need to know when choosing a technology or application for secure file transfer. Secure Sockets Layer (SSL), IP Security (IPSec), Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), tunneling, and Secure File Transfer Protocol are each examined to give you a better understanding of how you can better protect your enterprise from insider and outside security threats. In addition, Tittel lays out the steps to planning for secure file transfer deployment.

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