Computer security basics

This is the must-have book for a must-know field. Today, general security knowledge is mandatoryand, if you who need to understand the fundamentals, Computer Security Basics 2nd Edition is the boo ...

This is the must-have book for a must-know field. Today, general security knowledge is mandatoryand, 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, developersand 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, encryptionand mandatory access control in simple terms. It tells you what you need to know to understand the basics of computer securityand it will help you persuade your employees to practice safe computing.