The Basics of Information Security

• Author : Jason Andress
• Publisher : Syngress
• Release Date : 2014-05-20
• ISBN : 9780128008126

As part of the Syngress Basics series, The Basics of Information Security provides you with fundamental knowledge of information security in both theoretical and practical aspects. Author Jason Andress gives you the basic knowledge needed to understand the key concepts of confidentiality, integrity, and availability, and then dives into practical applications of these ideas in the areas of operational, physical, network, application, and operating system security. The Basics of Information Security gives you clear-non-technical explanations of how infosec works and

• Author : Jason Andress
• Publisher : Elsevier
• Release Date : 2011-07-16
• ISBN : 1597496545

The Basics of Information Security provides fundamental knowledge of information security in both theoretical and practical aspects. This book is packed with key concepts of information security, such as confidentiality, integrity, and availability, as well as tips and additional resources for further advanced study. It also includes practical applications in the areas of operations, physical, network, operating system, and application security. Complete with exercises at the end of each chapter, this book is well-suited for classroom or instructional use. The

• Author : Jason Andress
• Publisher : Syngress Press
• Release Date : 2014-06-09
• ISBN : 0128007443

"The Basics of Information Security will provide the reader with a basic knowledge of information security in both theoretical and practical aspects. We will first cover the basic knowledge needed to understand the key concepts of information security, discussing many of the concepts that underpin the security world. We will then dive into practical applications of these ideas in the areas of operations, physical, network, operating system, and application security. Book Audience This book will provide a valuable resource to

• Author : Jason Andress
• Publisher : No Starch Press
• Release Date : 2019-10-15
• ISBN : 9781718500051

High-level overview of the information security field. Covers key concepts like confidentiality, integrity, and availability, then dives into practical applications of these ideas in the areas of operational, physical, network, application, and operating system security. In this high-level survey of the information security field, best-selling author Jason Andress covers the basics of a wide variety of topics, from authentication and authorization to maintaining confidentiality and performing penetration testing. Using real-world security breaches as examples, Foundations of Information Security explores common

• Author : Rick Lehtinen,G.T. Gangemi Sr.
• Publisher : "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
• Release Date : 2006-06-13
• ISBN : 9781449317423

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

• Author : Noah Zhang
• Publisher : Unknown
• Release Date : 2019-10-07
• ISBN : 1698238533

Cyber Security Is Here To StayDo you often wonder how cyber security applies to your everyday life, what's at risk, and how can you specifically lock down your devices and digital trails to ensure you are not "Hacked"?Do you own a business and are finally becoming aware of how dangerous the cyber threats are to your assets? Would you like to know how to quickly create a cyber security plan for your business, without all of the technical jargon?

• Author : National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Computer Science and Telecommunications Board,Commission on Physical Sciences, Mathematics, and Applications,System Security Study Committee
• Publisher : National Academies Press
• Release Date : 1990-02-01
• ISBN : 9780309043885

Computers at Risk presents a comprehensive agenda for developing nationwide policies and practices for computer security. Specific recommendations are provided for industry and for government agencies engaged in computer security activities. The volume also outlines problems and opportunities in computer security research, recommends ways to improve the research infrastructure, and suggests topics for investigators. The book explores the diversity of the field, the need to engineer countermeasures based on speculation of what experts think computer attackers may do next, why

• Author : Noah Crawley
• Publisher : Noah Crawley
• Release Date : 2022-01-19
• ISBN : 9791220876483

Do you want to protect yourself from Cyber Security attacks? Do you want to discover the best strategies for defense your devices and your network? ✓ Well, stop looking elsewhere; you can easily find it in this book! Do you often wonder how cyber security applies to your everyday life, what’s at risk, and how can you specifically lock down your devices and digital trails to ensure you are not “Hacked”? Do you own a business and are finally becoming

• Author : Kevin Daimi
• Publisher : Springer
• Release Date : 2017-08-12
• ISBN : 9783319584249

This book introduces readers to the tools needed to protect IT resources and communicate with security specialists when there is a security problem. The book covers a wide range of security topics including Cryptographic Technologies, Network Security, Security Management, Information Assurance, Security Applications, Computer Security, Hardware Security, and Biometrics and Forensics. It introduces the concepts, techniques, methods, approaches, and trends needed by security specialists to improve their security skills and capabilities. Further, it provides a glimpse into future directions where

• Author : Christina Morillo
• Publisher : "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
• Release Date : 2021-09-14
• ISBN : 9781098101367

Whether you're searching for new or additional opportunities, information security can be vast and overwhelming. In this practical guide, author Christina Morillo introduces technical knowledge from a diverse range of experts in the infosec field. Through 97 concise and useful tips, you'll learn how to expand your skills and solve common issues by working through everyday security problems. You'll also receive valuable guidance from professionals on how to navigate your career within this industry. How do you get buy-in from the

• Author : Richard Kissel
• Publisher : DIANE Publishing
• Release Date : 2010-08
• ISBN : 9781437924527

For some small businesses, the security of their information, systems, and networks might not be a high priority, but for their customers, employees, and trading partners it is very important. The size of a small business varies by type of business, but typically is a business or organization with up to 500 employees. In the U.S., the number of small businesses totals to over 95% of all businesses. The small business community produces around 50% of our nation¿s GNP and creates

• Author : David Kim,Michael G. Solomon
• Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Publishers
• Release Date : 2013-07-11
• ISBN : 9781284031645

PART OF THE JONES & BARTLETT LEARNING INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY & ASSURANCE SERIES Revised and updated with the latest information from this fast-paced field, Fundamentals of Information System Security, Second Edition provides a comprehensive overview of the essential concepts readers must know as they pursue careers in information systems security. The text opens with a discussion of the new risks, threats, and vulnerabilities associated with the transformation to a digital world, including a look at how business, government, and individuals operate today.

• Author : Fred Cohen
• Publisher : Asp Press
• Release Date : 2006
• ISBN : 1878109391

Information Security Awareness Basics provides a standardized basic security awareness program for deployment across an enterprise in booklet form. For small enterprises: the awareness booklet can be deployed by purchasing copies for all workers and briefing them on differences between the booklet and internal rules. For larger enterprises: the awareness booklet can be customized to your needs and deployed across the enterprise, complete with your logos, custom questions and exams for enterprise feedback, and adding or removing elements of the

• Author : Susan E. McGregor
• Publisher : Columbia University Press
• Release Date : 2021-06-01
• ISBN : 9780231549776

As technological and legal changes have hollowed out the protections that reporters and news organizations have depended upon for decades, information security concerns facing journalists as they report, produce, and disseminate the news have only intensified. From source prosecutions to physical attacks and online harassment, the last two decades have seen a dramatic increase in the risks faced by journalists at all levels even as the media industry confronts drastic cutbacks in budgets and staff. As a result, few professional

• Author : John Sammons,Michael Cross
• Publisher : Elsevier
• Release Date : 2016-08-20
• ISBN : 9780124166394

The Basics of Cyber Safety: Computer and Mobile Device Safety Made Easy presents modern tactics on how to secure computer and mobile devices, including what behaviors are safe while surfing, searching, and interacting with others in the virtual world. The book's author, Professor John Sammons, who teaches information security at Marshall University, introduces readers to the basic concepts of protecting their computer, mobile devices, and data during a time that is described as the most connected in history. This timely