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Course Overview

Designed for both novices and experienced network administrators, this course emphasizes the critical role of network security and equips learners with the skills needed to effectively deploy and manage pfSense in various environments. Through engaging content and practical exercises, participants will gain valuable insights into maximizing network security and performance.

The course begins with an overview of pfSense and the fundamentals of networking, highlighting its features and capabilities. Students will learn to deploy pfSense on virtual platforms like Proxmox and VirtualBox, with step-by-step installation guides. The curriculum covers installation on physical appliances, basic configuration through the command line and web configurator, and detailed network configuration, including IP addressing and DHCP management. Key topics also include firewall configuration, VPN setup, and VLAN implementation, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of pfSense’s extensive functionalities. Additional sections explore backup and troubleshooting, as well as the integration of useful add-ons and advanced configurations.

By completing this course, you will be proficient in deploying, configuring, and managing pfSense, enabling you to enhance your network security and efficiency.

What You Will Learn

  • Install and configure pfSense on virtual and physical environments.
  • Configure DHCP and DNS services for efficient network management.
  • Manage and optimize firewall rules for network security.
  • Implement VPNs
  • VLANs
  • and proxy servers.
  • Troubleshoot
  • maintain
  • and backup pfSense systems.

Program Curriculum

  • Introduction to pfSense
  • Understanding the Importance of Network Security
  • Exploring the Features and Capabilities of pfSense
  • Essential Tools and Resources for the Course
  • Maximizing Your Learning Experience
  • Chapter 1 Quiz

  • Introduction to Proxmox
  • Installation of pfSense on Virtualization Platform - Proxmox
  • Step-by-Step Guide to Downloading and Installing VirtualBox
  • Network Diagram - VirutalBox Explanation
  • Networking in VirutalBox
  • pfSense Installation on VirutalBox
  • Chapter 2 Quiz

  • Installing pfSense on Dedicated Hardware: Step-by-Step Guide
  • pfSense Command Line Basic Configuration
  • pfSense Web Configurator Basic Configuration Wizard
  • Chapter 3 Quiz

  • Understanding the IP Address Classes System
  • Demystifying DHCP: Illustrated Explanation
  • Expert Guide to Configuring DHCP Server in pfSense
  • Implementing DHCP Static Mapping in pfSense
  • Managing DNS Servers in pfSense
  • Advanced DNS Configuration in pfSense
  • Chapter 4 Quiz

  • Introduction to pfSense Firewall: Basics and Concepts
  • Understanding Firewall Basics with Network Diagrams
  • Configuring Your First Firewall Rules in pfSense
  • Simplifying Firewall Rules with Aliases
  • Streamlining Rule Creation with Firewall Aliases
  • Managing Firewall Rules with Schedules
  • Implementing Scheduled Firewall Rules
  • Mastering NAT and Port Forwarding
  • Configuring Nginx Reverse Proxy
  • Chapter 5 Quiz

  • Introduction to VPN Configuration in pfSense
  • Step-by-Step Guide: Setting Up pfSense OpenVPN Server
  • Understanding Private Internet Access (PIA) VPN Service
  • Boosting Privacy with Private Internet Access (PIA) VPN Integration
  • Extending Private Internet Access (PIA) VPN to Entire Network via pfSense
  • Chapter 6 Quiz

  • Introduction to VLANs
  • The Benefits of VLANs: Diagrams and Scenarios
  • Configuring VLANs in pfSense
  • Chapter 7 Quiz

  • Introduction
  • Backup and Restore

Top Selected Packages for pfSense

PXE Boot DHCP Configuration - using iVentoy for PXEBoot Server

  • Wrapping Up: Final Words and Key Takeaways
  • Next Steps: Further Learning
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Instructor

Amjid Ali

Amjid Ali is an experienced ICT leader with over 20 years in Networking, Cloud, IT Management, and more. He offers comprehensive Udemy courses, including SEO, e-commerce, and Business Application Development, catering to learners of all levels. Join him to enhance your skills and achieve your goals in technology.

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