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But learning firewalls, VPNs, and network security can feel overwhelming if you're just starting out. This book makes it simple. Step by step, you'll learn how to design, build, secure, and validate networks using \u003cb\u003efree and open-source platforms\u003c\/b\u003e trusted by professionals worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike theory-heavy textbooks, this guide is \u003cb\u003epurely practical\u003c\/b\u003e. 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