Computer Security - Hardcover

Carroll, John M.

 
9780409900323: Computer Security

Synopsis

Computer Security, Second Edition aims to present different ideas and practices that promote the prevention of attacks on computer systems and data being compromised. The book is divided into five parts. Part I covers the important elements of computer security and case histories of computer-related crimes. Part II discusses the organizations and models for the protection of information. Part III talks about the physical security involved and access control involved in data protection. Part IV deals with the different measures employed to promote security in the communication between computers. Part V explains systems security, its access control, and integrity. The text is recommended for people involved in the promotion of computer security, especially programmers and IT practitioners, in institutions where computer-processed information is crucial and must be protected.

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From the Back Cover

Computer Security, Third Edition contains the best ideas on recent advances in computer hardware and the spread of personal computer technology. It includes a complete and comprehensive introduction to computer security, as well as coverage of computer crime, systems security, and cryptology. Convinced that there is no such thing as computer security, only various degrees of insecurity, John Carroll presents the best concepts that high technology, classical security practice, and common sense have to offer to help reduce insecurity to the lowest possible level. This thoroughly enhanced third edition is an essential text for everyone involved with the operation and security of the computer complexes that are the heart of today's businesses. In addition to completely updating the original matter, Computer Security, Third Edition includes new information on: computer crime and the law; physical security; communications; surveillance; and risk management.

About the Author

John M. Carroll is a professor of computer science, education, and psychology, and director of the Center for Human-Computer Interaction at Virginia Tech. He has written over 250 technical papers, 20 conference plenary addresses, and 12 books.

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ISBN 10:  0750692251 ISBN 13:  9780750692250
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd, 1987
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