Module 2: Overview of IP Tables and Its Significance
Lesson 1: Introduction to IP Tables - What is IP tables and how does it relate to firewalls? - IP tables as a packet filtering and manipulation tool - Historical context and evolution of IP tables
Lesson 2: Components and Architecture - Understanding the IP tables framework: tables, chains, and rules - The role of netfilter in packet processing - Interaction between kernel space and user space
Lesson 3: Significance of IP Tables in Network Security - How IP tables contributes to overall network security strategy - Protection against unauthorized access and malicious traffic - IP tables as a core tool for implementing firewall policies
Lesson 4: IP Tables vs. iptables Legacy - Clarifying the difference between IP tables and the old iptables tool - Advantages of using IP tables over the legacy iptables - Transitioning from iptables to IP tables: benefits and considerations
Lesson 5: Use Cases and Applications - IP tables in various scenarios: personal computers, servers, routers - Network segregation and multi-tenancy using IP tables - Load balancing, NAT, and connection tracking with IP tables
Activity: IP Tables Setup and Basic Rule Creation - Guided exercise to set up IP tables on a Linux system - Creating and applying basic rules for allowing or denying traffic - Verifying rule implementation using test cases
Module 2 Assignment: Reflective Essay - Write a reflective essay on the importance of IP tables in network security - Discuss how IP tables aligns with broader security measures in an organization
Upon completing Module 2, learners will have a clear understanding of what IP tables is, how it fits into the realm of firewalls and network security, its architecture, and the significance of using IP tables as a versatile tool for managing and enhancing network security.