Introduction to Computer Networks and Cybersecurity

Introduction to Computer Networks and Cybersecurity
Author: Chwan-Hwa (John) Wu
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 1960
Release: 2016-04-19
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1498760139

If a network is not secure, how valuable is it? Introduction to Computer Networks and Cybersecurity takes an integrated approach to networking and cybersecurity, highlighting the interconnections so that you quickly understand the complex design issues in modern networks. This full-color book uses a wealth of examples and illustrations to effective

A Practical Introduction to Enterprise Network and Security Management

A Practical Introduction to Enterprise Network and Security Management
Author: Bongsik Shin
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 575
Release: 2021-07-21
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1000418162

A Practical Introduction to Enterprise Network and Security Management, Second Edition, provides a balanced understanding of introductory and advanced subjects in both computer networking and cybersecurity. Although much of the focus is on technical concepts, managerial issues related to enterprise network and security planning and design are explained from a practitioner’s perspective. Because of the critical importance of cybersecurity in today’s enterprise networks, security-related issues are explained throughout the book, and four chapters are dedicated to fundamental knowledge. Challenging concepts are explained so readers can follow through with careful reading. This book is written for those who are self-studying or studying information systems or computer science in a classroom setting. If used for a course, it has enough material for a semester or a quarter. FEATURES Provides both theoretical and practical hands-on knowledge and learning experiences for computer networking and cybersecurity Offers a solid knowledge base for those preparing for certificate tests, such as CompTIA and CISSP Takes advantage of actual cases, examples, industry products, and services so students can relate concepts and theories to practice Explains subjects in a systematic and practical manner to facilitate understanding Includes practical exercise questions that can be individual or group assignments within or without a classroom Contains several information-rich screenshots, figures, and tables carefully constructed to solidify concepts and enhance visual learning The text is designed for students studying information systems or computer science for the first time. As a textbook, this book includes hands-on assignments based on the Packet Tracer program, an excellent network design and simulation tool from Cisco. Instructor materials also are provided, including PowerPoint slides, solutions for exercise questions, and additional chapter questions from which to build tests.

Wireless Network Security

Wireless Network Security
Author: Richard Meyers
Publisher:
Total Pages: 163
Release: 2019-11-11
Genre:
ISBN: 9781707510092

If you think your computer may be free from cyber-attacks then keep reading... Have you heard stories of people who have hacked into companies' computer systems, stolen precious data, and sold it for millions of dollars to the highest bidders online? On the other hand, you must have watched the news and one of the stories was about a Hacker who gained credit card or bank information of numerous random individuals and made millions of dollars for himself. Some Hackers are living in exile in countries that allow them to hide from the people, companies, or governments that they hacked sensitive information. Others do not have to leave the country because no one knows their identity, but everyone knows their skills and the damage they could cause. However, it should not be an easy job, but due to the increase in "smart" gadgets in our homes, offices and pockets hackers now find other ways to access our lives with greater ease. In an ideal situation, all computer networks would be safe from any form of interference and people would be free to share and upload information with confidence. However, we still have to arrive at this ideal situation, because even the best systems in the world have their vulnerabilities. The objective of this book is to help the reader to understand how we have come since before the invention of the Internet to where we are now with the emphasis on Network security. The book addresses the most common threats that wireless networks face, the measures security organizations have put in place to address the risks, and the steps an individual can make to improve his or her chances of better security. Some of the main topics this book address include the following: A summary of Guglielmo Marconi's history from radio waves to modern Wi-Fi Descriptions and differences of Wireless security protocols i.e. WEP, WPA, and WPA2 Threats and typical vulnerabilities of a wireless network A detailed explanation of Information security vs Cybersecurity Computer security in Wireless networks The Cybersecurity framework and its processes The Main security measures against hacking attacks......and much more! Would you like to know everything you need about wireless network security? Download this book and commence your journey to securing your activities in your network. Just scroll up to the top and click BUY NOW Button!

Network Security For Dummies

Network Security For Dummies
Author: Chey Cobb
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 422
Release: 2011-05-09
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1118085337

A hands-on, do-it-yourself guide to securing and auditing a network CNN is reporting that a vicious new virus is wreaking havoc on the world’s computer networks. Somebody’s hacked one of your favorite Web sites and stolen thousands of credit card numbers. The FBI just released a new report on computer crime that’s got you shaking in your boots. The experts will tell you that keeping your network safe from the cyber-wolves howling after your assets is complicated, expensive, and best left to them. But the truth is, anybody with a working knowledge of networks and computers can do just about everything necessary to defend their network against most security threats. Network Security For Dummies arms you with quick, easy, low-cost solutions to all your network security concerns. Whether your network consists of one computer with a high-speed Internet connection or hundreds of workstations distributed across dozens of locations, you’ll find what you need to confidently: Identify your network’s security weaknesses Install an intrusion detection system Use simple, economical techniques to secure your data Defend against viruses Keep hackers at bay Plug security holes in individual applications Build a secure network from scratch Leading national expert Chey Cobb fills you in on the basics of data security, and he explains more complex options you can use to keep your network safe as your grow your business. Among other things, you’ll explore: Developing risk assessments and security plans Choosing controls without breaking the bank Anti-virus software, firewalls, intrusion detection systems and access controls Addressing Unix, Windows and Mac security issues Patching holes in email, databases, Windows Media Player, NetMeeting, AOL Instant Messenger, and other individual applications Securing a wireless network E-Commerce security Incident response and disaster recovery Whether you run a storefront tax preparing business or you’re the network administrator at a multinational accounting giant, your computer assets are your business. Let Network Security For Dummies provide you with proven strategies and techniques for keeping your precious assets safe.

Introduction to Computer and Network Security

Introduction to Computer and Network Security
Author: Richard R. Brooks
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 315
Release: 2013-08-19
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1482214121

Guides Students in Understanding the Interactions between Computing/Networking Technologies and Security Issues Taking an interactive, "learn-by-doing" approach to teaching, Introduction to Computer and Network Security: Navigating Shades of Gray gives you a clear course to teach the technical issues related to security. Unlike most computer security books, which concentrate on software design and implementation, cryptographic tools, or networking issues, this text also explores how the interactions between hardware, software, and users affect system security. The book presents basic principles and concepts, along with examples of current threats to illustrate how the principles can either enable or neutralize exploits. Students see the importance of these concepts in existing and future technologies. In a challenging yet enjoyable way, they learn about a variety of technical topics, including current security exploits, technical factors that enable attacks, and economic and social factors that determine the security of future systems. Extensively classroom-tested, the material is structured around a set of challenging projects. Through staging exploits and choosing countermeasures to neutralize the attacks in the projects, students learn: How computer systems and networks operate How to reverse-engineer processes How to use systems in ways that were never foreseen (or supported) by the original developers Combining hands-on work with technical overviews, this text helps you integrate security analysis into your technical computing curriculum. It will educate your students on security issues, such as side-channel attacks, and deepen their understanding of how computers and networks work.

Guide to Computer Network Security

Guide to Computer Network Security
Author: Joseph Migga Kizza
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 483
Release: 2008-12-24
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1848009178

If we are to believe in Moore’s law, then every passing day brings new and advanced changes to the technology arena. We are as amazed by miniaturization of computing devices as we are amused by their speed of computation. Everything seems to be in ? ux and moving fast. We are also fast moving towards ubiquitous computing. To achieve this kind of computing landscape, new ease and seamless computing user interfaces have to be developed. Believe me, if you mature and have ever program any digital device, you are, like me, looking forward to this brave new computing landscape with anticipation. However, if history is any guide to use, we in information security, and indeed every computing device user young and old, must brace themselves for a future full of problems. As we enter into this world of fast, small and concealable ubiquitous computing devices, we are entering fertile territory for dubious, mischievous, and malicious people. We need to be on guard because, as expected, help will be slow coming because ? rst, well trained and experienced personnel will still be dif? cult to get and those that will be found will likely be very expensive as the case is today.

Cryptography and Network Security

Cryptography and Network Security
Author: R. Achary
Publisher: Mercury Learning and Information
Total Pages: 759
Release: 2021-07-15
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1683926897

This book is an introduction to fundamental concepts in the fields of cryptography and network security. Because cryptography is highly vulnerable to program errors, a simple testing of the cryptosystem will usually uncover a security vulnerability. In this book the author takes the reader through all of the important design and implementation details of various cryptographic algorithms and network security protocols to enforce network security. The book is divided into four parts: Cryptography, Security Systems, Network Security Applications, and System Security. Numerous diagrams and examples throughout the book are used to explain cryptography and network security concepts. FEATURES: Covers key concepts related to cryptography and network security Includes chapters on modern symmetric key block cipher algorithms, information security, message integrity, authentication, digital signature, key management, intruder detection, network layer security, data link layer security, NSM, firewall design, and more.

Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity
Author: C. P. Gupta
Publisher: Mercury Learning and Information
Total Pages: 413
Release: 2020-03-17
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1683924975

This book is designed to provide the reader with the fundamental concepts of cybersecurity and cybercrime in an easy to understand, “self-teaching” format. It introduces all of the major subjects related to cybersecurity, including data security, threats and viruses, malicious software, firewalls and VPNs, security architecture and design, security policies, cyberlaw, cloud security, and more. Features: Provides an overview of cybersecurity and cybercrime subjects in an easy to understand, “self-teaching” format Covers security related to emerging technologies such as cloud security, IoT, AES, and grid challenges Includes discussion of information systems, cryptography, data and network security, threats and viruses, electronic payment systems, malicious software, firewalls and VPNs, security architecture and design, security policies, cyberlaw, and more.

Network Security Through Data Analysis

Network Security Through Data Analysis
Author: Michael S Collins
Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
Total Pages: 416
Release: 2014-02-10
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1449357865

Traditional intrusion detection and logfile analysis are no longer enough to protect today’s complex networks. In this practical guide, security researcher Michael Collins shows you several techniques and tools for collecting and analyzing network traffic datasets. You’ll understand how your network is used, and what actions are necessary to protect and improve it. Divided into three sections, this book examines the process of collecting and organizing data, various tools for analysis, and several different analytic scenarios and techniques. It’s ideal for network administrators and operational security analysts familiar with scripting. Explore network, host, and service sensors for capturing security data Store data traffic with relational databases, graph databases, Redis, and Hadoop Use SiLK, the R language, and other tools for analysis and visualization Detect unusual phenomena through Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA) Identify significant structures in networks with graph analysis Determine the traffic that’s crossing service ports in a network Examine traffic volume and behavior to spot DDoS and database raids Get a step-by-step process for network mapping and inventory