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Enterprise Security
Robert C. Newman, DeVry University

ISBN-10: 0130474584
ISBN-13: 9780130474582

Publisher: Prentice Hall
Copyright: 2003
Format: Cloth; 513 pp
Published: 09/26/2002

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For courses in Network Security, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Telecommunications Management, or Information Technology.

The current Enterprise networking market has grown at an unprecedented rate—and security preparedness has not kept pace with this growth. This text provides a broad working knowledge of all the major security issues affecting today's Enterprise computer and networks, giving students the tools to address opportunities in the field. Students will learn to identify and apply a number of techniques to the Enterprise environment for the various applications of security solutions. The content is semi-technical to accommodate the details needed to address security issues, and to enable students to understand the countermeasures required.

  • A holistic approach to security issues—Covers the entire field of enterprise security, including physical locations, computer and client/server systems, communication networks, application and operating system software, and WAN, MAN, and LAN topologies.
    • Gives students a well-rounded perspective on the material.

  • Detailed discussion of wiring and cabling issues—Acknowledges these areas as a common point of attack across the network.
    • Keeps students abreast of the latest trends and developments in the field.

  • Coverage of virtual networks and distributed networks—Addresses the security issues of VPNs and e-commerce systems.
    • Keeps students abreast of the latest trends and developments in the field.

  • Extensive discussion of wireless networking security—Addresses issues prevalent in the cellular, microwave, satellite, and mobile radio environment.
    • Keeps students abreast of the latest trends and developments in the field.

  • Logical development of material—Proceeds from introduction of each topic to system implementation in an ordered manner.
    • Helps students understand and retain material more easily.

  • Exercises, questions, true/false questions, and definitions—Included in the Instructor's Manual.
    • Helps students assess and reinforce understanding.

PART I.

 1. Enterprise Security Basics.

 2. Enterprise Access Control.

 3. CryptoSystem Techniques.

 4. Security Systems.

 5. Enterprise Security.

 6. Computer and Network Systems.

 7. Software and Database Systems.

 8. Attacks, Threats, and Viruses.

 9. Building, Campus, and Facility Security.

PART II.

10. Local and Metropolitan Area Network Security Environment.

11. Wide Area Network Security.

12. Virtual Networks Security.

13. Distributed Systems Security.

14. Wireless Networking Security.

APPENDICES.

A: OSI Model.

B: Enterprise Systems Security Review.

C: Request for Comments.

D: ISO 17799 Security Standard.

E: Certification Programs.

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