Snort, the defacto standard of intrusion detection tools, can save countless headaches; the new Snort Cookbook will save countless hours of trial and error. Each "recipe" offers a clear description of a gnarly problem, a concise but complete solution, and practical examples. But this ultimate SNORT sourcebook offers more than just immediate cut-and-paste answers; it also showcases the best tips and tricks to leverage the full power of SNORT--and still have a life.