Computer Security Basics

Computer Security

By: Rick Lehtinen

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Paperback | 23 June 2006 | Edition Number 2

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312 Pages

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This is the must-have book for a must-know field. Today, general security knowledge is mandatory, and, if you who need to understand the fundamentals, Computer Security Basics 2nd Edition is the book to consult. The new edition builds on the well-established principles developed in the original edition and thoroughly updates that core knowledge. For anyone involved with computer security, including security administrators, system administrators, developers, and IT managers, Computer Security Basics 2nd Edition offers a clear overview of the security concepts you need to know, including access controls, malicious software, security policy, cryptography, biometrics, as well as government regulations and standards. This handbook describes complicated concepts such as trusted systems, encryption, and mandatory access control in simple terms. It tells you what you need to know to understand the basics of computer security, and it will help you persuade your employees to practice safe computing. Topics include: * Computer security concepts * Security breaches, such as viruses and other malicious programs * Access controls * Security policy * Web attacks * Communications and network security * Encryption * Physical security and biometrics * Wireless network security * Computer security and requirements of the Orange Book * OSI Model and TEMPEST

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Preface
Security for Today
Introduction
Some Security History
Computer Security
Computer System Security and Access Controls
Viruses and Other Wildlife
Establishing and Maintaining a Security Policy
Web Attacks and Internet Vulnerabilities
Communications Security
Encryption
Communications and Network Security
Other Types of Security
Physical Security and Biometrics
Wireless Network Security
Appendixes
OSI Model
TEMPEST
The Orange Book, FIPS PUBS, and the Common Criteria
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Computer Security Basics