Joseph Migga Kizza

Guide to Computer Network Security

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

This fully revised and updated new edition of the definitive text/reference on computer network and information security presents a comprehensive guide to the repertoire of security tools, algorithms and best practices mandated by the technology we depend on. Topics and features: highlights the magnitude of the vulnerabilities, weaknesses and loopholes inherent in computer networks; discusses how to develop effective security solutions, protocols, and best practices for the modern computing environment; examines the role of legislation, regulation, and enforcement in securing computing and mobile systems; describes the burning security issues brought about by the advent of the Internet of Things and the eroding boundaries between enterprise and home networks (NEW); provides both quickly workable and more thought-provoking exercises at the end of each chapter, with one chapter devoted entirely to hands-on exercises; supplies additional support materials for instructors at an associatedwebsite.

Produktdetails

• Computer Communications and Networks
• Verlag: Springer / Springer, Berlin
• Artikelnr. des Verlages: 978-3-319-85706-0
• 4. Aufl.
• Seitenzahl: 596
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. Juli 2018
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 235mm x 155mm x 32mm
• Gewicht: 902g
• ISBN-13: 9783319857060
• ISBN-10: 3319857061
• Artikelnr.: 53572332

Autorenporträt

Dr. Joseph Migga Kizza is Head and Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, and past Director of the Center for Information Security and Assurance at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, TN, USA. Among his other publications are the successful Springer textbooks  Ethical and Social Issues in the Information Age and Ethics in Computing: A Concise Module.

Inhaltsangabe

Part I: Introduction to Computer Network Security.- Computer Network Fundamentals.- Computer Network Security Fundamentals.- Part II: Security Issues and Challenges in the Traditional Computer Network.- Security Motives and Threats to Computer Networks.- Introduction to Computer Network Vulnerabilities.- Cyber Crimes and Hackers.- Scripting and Security in Computer Networks and Web Browsers.- Security Assessment, Analysis, and Assurance.- Part III: Dealing with Computer Network Security Challenges.- Disaster Management.- Access Control and Authorization.- Authentication.- Cryptography.- Firewalls.- System Intrusion Detection and Prevention.- Computer and Network Forensics.- Virus and Content Filtering.- Standardization and Security Criteria: Security Evaluation of Computer Products.- Computer Network Security Protocols.- Security in Wireless Networks and Devices.- Security in Sensor Networks.- Other Efforts to Secure Data in Computer Networks.- Part IV: The Emergence of a Digital and Social Network Ecosystem.- Virtualization Technology and Security.- Cloud Computing Technology and Security.- Digital Mobile Systems and Corresponding Intractable Security Issues.- The Internet of Things (IoT): Challenges and Security.- Part V: Securing the Last Frontier in the New Ecosystem - The Home Front.- Conquering the Last Frontier in the New Network Ecosystem: The Invasion of the Home Front.- Part VI: Hands-on Projects.- Projects.

Rezensionen

"The fourth edition of this outstanding guide is fully revised, keeping in line with the latest technological developments of the computing ecosystem, which resulted from the removal of the logical boundaries between enterprise, mobile, wireless, and home networks, as well as the rapid extension and embedding process of social networks. ... This is an outstanding reference for all computer network security professionals who need to acquire knowledge shared from the great experience of the author." (Computing Reviews, December, 2017)

From the reviews:

"This book focuses on educating readers on the security problems that are likely to be encountered. ... Overall, this is a well-written text that will provide readers with a solid foundation in information security. ... it would also be appropriate as an introductory text for practitioners entering the field and for providing background and business context of security-related business issues for nontechnical managers." (W. T. Neumann, ACM Computing Reviews, May, 2009)

"This excellent book by Joseph Migga Kizza is very welcome. The author steers ... to give a thorough, complete and very readable guide to the subject. ... the book is well structured and presented - offering the basis of a strong balanced course. ... stands by itself as a valuable guide. ... Who is it for? A very good core text for an undergraduate course in network security, and valuable for any IT professional needing to refresh his or her understanding in this area ... ." (Times Higher Education, Issue viii, December, 2009)