Peter H. Gregory

Two bestselling CISA guides in one serious study set This value-packed packed set for the serious CISA certification candidate combines the all-new CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor Study Guide: Covers 2024-2029 Exam Objectives with a new collection of Practice Exams and online practice test tool to give you the best preparation ever for the high-stakes CISA credential. The CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor Study Guide: Covers 2024-2029 Exam Objectives provides comprehensive and accessible test preparation material for the updated CISA exam, which now consists of 150 questions testing knowledge and ability on real-life job practices leveraged by expert professionals. You'll efficiently and effectively prepare for the exam with online practice tests and flashcards as well as a digital glossary. The concise and easy-to-follow instruction contained in the 2024-2029 CISA Study Guide covers every aspect of the exam. This study guide helps readers prepare for questions across the five domains on the test: Information System Auditing Process; Governance and Management of IT; Information Systems Acquisition, Development, and Implementation; Information Systems Operation and Business Resilience; and Protection of Information Assets. Add to that the CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor Practice Tests with more questions for each of the 2 domains, 2 more practice exams, and more than 700 questions total and you'll be as ready as you can be to prove your CISA knowledge. This study guide and practice tests set shows readers how to be ready for these on the CISA exam: Understand principles, best practices, and pitfalls of cybersecurity, which is now prevalent in virtually every information systems roleProtect and control information systems and offer conclusions on the state of an organization's IS/IT security, risk, and control solutionsIdentify critical issues and recommend enterprise-specific practices to support and safeguard the governance of information and related technologiesProve not only competency in IT controls, but also an understanding of how IT relates to businessIncludes 1 year free access to the Sybex online learning center, with chapter review questions, full-length practice exams, hundreds of electronic flashcards, and a glossary of key terms, all supported by Wiley's support agents who are available 24x7 via email or live chat to assist with access and login questions

Improve your understanding of every CISA exam domain and objectives to further your career in information security auditing CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor Practice Tests provides essential and practical exam prep for the popular CISA certification. Hundreds of domain-by-domain practice questions cover all of the tested Certified Information Systems Auditor exam objectives, helping you prepare for the test and for the real-world demands of a career in systems audit, security, and control. Just like the real exams, the practice questions written by veteran information security experts Peter Gregory and Mike Chapple cover the information system auditing process, the governance and management of IT, information systems acquisition, development, and implementation, information systems operations and business resilience, and the protection of information assets. These rigorous and realistic practice questions will get you ready whether this is your first role in the industry or if you are experienced and ready to advance your career. By studying the domain-by-domain questions and well as taking the full chapter practice exams, you'll get help in identifying your subject-matter strengths and weaknesses and be ready to shift from topic to topic in an exam-like setting. In the book, you'll get: Challenging questions designed to advance your understanding and comprehension of all covered exam domainsQuestions as similar as possible to the real CISA exam questionsComplimentary access to online version of the same questions to practice your online test-taking skills Perfect for everyone studying for the CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor certification exam, this book will also benefit IT security professionals seeking to test and improve their skillset.

Prepare for success on the 2024 CISA exam and further your career in security and audit with this effective study guide The CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor Study Guide: Covers 2024-2029 Exam Objectives provides comprehensive and accessible test preparation material for the updated CISA exam, which now consists of 150 questions testing knowledge and ability on real-life job practices leveraged by expert professionals. You'll efficiently and effectively prepare for the exam with online practice tests and flashcards as well as a digital glossary. The concise and easy-to-follow instruction contained in the 2024-2029 CISA Study Guide covers every aspect of the exam. This study guide helps readers prepare for questions across the five domains on the test: Information System Auditing Process; Governance and Management of IT; Information Systems Acquisition, Development, and Implementation; Information Systems Operation and Business Resilience; and Protection of Information Assets. This study guide shows readers how to: Understand principles, best practices, and pitfalls of cybersecurity, which is now prevalent in virtually every information systems roleProtect and control information systems and offer conclusions on the state of an organization's IS/IT security, risk, and control solutionsIdentify critical issues and recommend enterprise-specific practices to support and safeguard the governance of information and related technologiesProve not only competency in IT controls, but also an understanding of how IT relates to businessIncludes 1 year free access to the Sybex online learning center, with chapter review questions, full-length practice exams, hundreds of electronic flashcards, and a glossary of key terms, all supported by Wiley's support agents who are available 24x7 via email or live chat to assist with access and login questions The CISA Certified Systems Auditor Study Guide: Covers 2024-2029 Exam Objectives is an essential learning resource for all students and professionals preparing for the 2024 version of the CISA exam from ISACA.

Showcase your security expertise with the highly regarded CISSP certification The CISSP certification, held by more than 150,000 security professionals worldwide, is the gold standard of cybersecurity certifications. The CISSP Exam certifies cybersecurity professionals and opens doors for career advancement. Fully updated and revised to reflect the 2024 ISC2 CISSP Exam Outline, CISSP For Dummies is packed with helpful content for all eight security domains. This book includes access to online study tools such as practice questions and digital flashcards, boosting your likelihood of success on the exam. Plus, you'll feel prepared and ready for test day thanks to a 60-day study plan. Boost your security career with this Dummies study guide. Review all the content covered in the latest CISSP ExamTest with confidence and achieve your certification as a cybersecurity professionalStudy smarter, thanks to online practice resources and a 60-day study planEnhance your career with the in-demand CISSP certificationContinue advancing your career and the profession through speaking and mentoring opportunities With up-to-date content and valuable test prep features, this book is a one-and-done resource for any cybersecurity professional studying for the CISSP exam.

The return of the bestselling Chromebook guide on the market Chromebook For Dummies, Third Edition, is your easy-to-follow guide to the low-cost alternative to a traditional laptop. This beginner’s manual walks you through setting up your Chromebook, transitioning from using a traditional computer, and customizing the system to fit your needs. In case you’re wondering, the Chromebook can be used for anything you'd normally do online—checking email, browsing websites, watching videos. This book takes you through all of it, giving you the latest updates on new Chromebook hardware and software features. Navigate apps, apply advanced settings and features, and turn to this guide time and again as you customize and optimize your Chromebook’s performance. Get all the basics on using your Chromebook, in easy-to-follow Dummies styleSet up and start using your Chromebook with ease Learn about the latest features in the Chrome operating systemDiscover the benefits of Chromebook versus traditional laptopsNew and novice Chromebook users will love this approachable intro to Google’s little portable computer.

Develop your technical book from idea to finished product. Written by an author of over fifty best-selling technical books, The Art of Writing Technical Books is packed with everything you need to develop your book idea. You'll be guided through all the steps, including identifying your book's purpose and target audience, writing a winning proposal, finding a publisher, negotiating a contract, successfully navigating the end-to-end publishing process, and promoting your book. Inside the BookDeveloping Your Book Idea: Identify your book's purpose, target audience, and objectives. Learn how to validate your book idea through market research and use that information to create a winning proposal.Content Development: Learn the secrets of creating the first draft, developing illustrations, working with technical editors, copy editors, project editors, compositors, indexers, and proofreaders-and keeping track of it all with detailed recordkeeping. You'll understand how to develop figures and illustrations, including using and attributing images owned by others and gaining their consent for their use.The Writing Lifestyle: You'll learn how the writing lifestyle potentially impacts your life, including your relationships with family members and friends. This book will help you choose and manage your writing schedule to help you maintain your work-writing-life balance.The Business of Publishing: The Art of Writing Technical Books guides you through the contract negotiation process but also discusses the merits of hiring a literary agent who will negotiate the best possible terms on your behalf. You'll be shown the ropes about the differences in using home computers for household matters versus publishing, including writing your manuscript, protecting your manuscript and records, system and network security, and privacy.Multiple Authors: Since many tech books are written by two or more authors, The Art of Writing Technical Books helps you navigate the added complication of multiple authors, including the need to ensure the book is written in a single voice and style.Book Promotion: Once your tech book is published, you will learn how to promote your book through reviews, social media, public speaking, book signings, and promotions. You'll also learn how to manage any errors that readers identify.Writing Subsequent Editions: When your tech book is successful, you'll have an opportunity to write subsequent editions. The Art of Writing Technical Books will guide you through preparing a proposal that makes the business case and the end-to-end process of creating a second-edition manuscript.The Art of Writing Technical Books is the complete guide for the technologist who has something to say and needs help transforming an idea into a published masterpiece.

If you have a business or a nonprofit organization, or if you’re the one responsible for information systems at such an operation, you know that disaster recovery planning is pretty vital. But it’s easy to put it off. After all, where do you start? IT Disaster Recovery Planning For Dummies shows you how to get started by creating a safety net while you work out the details of your major plan. The right plan will get your business back on track quickly, whether you're hit by a tornado or a disgruntled employee with super hacking powers. Here's how to assess the situation, develop both short-term and long-term plans, and keep your plans updated. This easy-to-understand guide will help you Prepare your systems, processes, and people for an organized response to disaster when it strikesIdentify critical IT systems and develop a long-range strategySelect and train your disaster recovery teamConduct a Business Impact AnalysisDetermine risks to your business from natural or human-made causesGet management supportCreate appropriate plan documentsTest your plan Some disasters get coverage on CNN, and some just create headaches for the affected organization. With IT Disaster Recovery Planning For Dummies, you’ll be prepared for anything from hackers to hurricanes!

Computer viruses—just the thought of your trusty PC catching one is probably enough to make you sick. Thanks to the cyber-sickies who persist in coming up with new strains, there’s a major new cyberattack nearly every day. Viruses sneak in, usually through e-mail. Fortunately, there are ways to inoculate and protect your computer. Computer Viruses For Dummies helps you: Understand the risks and analyze your PC’s current conditionSelect, install, and configure antivirus softwareScan your computer and e-mailRid your computer of viruses it’s already caughtUpdate antivirus software and install security patchesUse firewalls and spyware blockersProtect handheld PDAs from virusesAdopt safe computing practices, especially with e-mail and when you’re surfing the Net Written by Peter H. Gregory, coauthor of CISSP For Dummies and Security + For Dummies, Computer Viruses For Dummies goes beyond viruses to explain other nasty computer infections like Trojan horses, HiJackers, worms, phishing scams, spyware, and hoaxes. It also profiles major antivirus software to help you choose the best program(s) for your needs. Remember, if you don’t protect your computer, not only do you risk having your computer infiltrated and your data contaminated, you risk unknowingly transmitting a virus, worm, or other foul computer germ to everybody in your address book! This guide will help you properly immunize your PC with antivirus software now and install updates and security patches that are like booster shots to keep your software protected against new viruses.