Security in Computing

Security in Computing by Shari Lawrence Pfleeger

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"A sweeping revision of the classic computer security text. This bookprovides end-to-end, detailed coverage of the state of the art in allaspects of computer security. Starting with a clear, in-depth review ofcryptography, it also covers specific options for securing software anddata against malicious code and intruders; the special challenges ofsecuring networks and distributed systems; firewalls; ways to administersecurity on personal computers and UNIX systems; analyzing securityrisks and benefits; and the legal and ethical issues surroundingcomputer security."