Security Fundamentals, Exam 98-367

Security fundamentals are easier to understand when the ideas are organized around what needs protection, what can threaten it, and how safeguards fit together. This Microsoft Official Academic Course textbook builds that foundation around the subjects associated with Exam 98-367, moving from core principles to practical areas of computer and network security.

Start with the principles behind protection

The lessons introduce confidentiality, integrity, and availability, then connect those goals to topics such as least privilege, separation of duties, attack surfaces, social engineering, physical security, and threat modeling. The result is a structured introduction to the reasoning behind security measures—not just a list of technologies.

Follow security concepts into systems and networks

Further coverage includes authentication and authorization, permissions, password and audit policies, encryption, malware, firewalls, internet security, and wireless security. The breadth makes the book useful as a course text for students developing a baseline understanding of information security concepts.

Study with a classroom-friendly structure

Lessons are organized around exam objectives and include key-term definitions, illustrated explanations, step-by-step instruction, knowledge assessments, and applied exercises. Business case scenarios and workplace activities give learners a chance to revisit concepts in practical contexts.

For learners building a security foundation

Designed for academic instruction, this edition can support students studying introductory security topics and instructors planning a structured course. Published in 2017, it presents the material in the context of its original exam objectives; readers should consider that date when comparing its coverage with present-day technologies or certification requirements.