The basics of information security : understanding the fundamentals of InfoSec in theory and practice / Jason Andress, Steven Winterfeld, technical editor.

By:

Andress, Jason

Material type: Text

TextLanguage: English Publication details: London: Elsevier; 2014.Edition: Second editionDescription: xxi, 217 pages ; 24 cmISBN:

9780128007440

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DDC classification:

005.8 2 ed. AND

Contents:

1. What is Information Security? 2. Identification and Authentication 3. Authorization and Access Control 4. Auditing and Accountability 5. Cryptography 6. Legal and Regulatory Issues 7. Operations Security 8. Human Element Security 9. Physical Security 10. Network Security 11. Operating System Security 12. Application Security

Summary: "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 beginning security professionals, as well as to network and systems administrators. The information provided on can be used develop a better understanding on how we protect our information assets and defend against attacks, as well as how to apply these concepts practically"--

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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 how to apply these principles whether you're in the IT field or want to understand how it affects your career and business. The new Second Edition has been updated for the latest trends and threats, including new material on many infosec subjects.

"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 beginning security professionals, as well as to network and systems administrators. The information provided on can be used develop a better understanding on how we protect our information assets and defend against attacks, as well as how to apply these concepts practically"--

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