Information Security Principles - (2nd Edition)

Author: Whitman
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Publish Date: 2006-03-01
Features: This book provides a comprehensive guide for readers aspiring to become business decision-makers by thoroughly covering various aspects of the information security field. It primarily focuses on management and technical perspectives, emphasizing the knowledge required for the CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) certification. Other topics include legal and ethical issues in information security, network and system security, cryptography, and information security maintenance.
This book offers a detailed exploration of the information security field, providing a comprehensive guide for readers who aim to become business decision-makers. Taking advantage of this revision, the author discusses information security in real-world business environments, addressing many challenges faced by professionals today. Additionally, interesting stories are introduced in each chapter’s "Related Readings" section.
The book covers this discipline from both management and technical perspectives, with a strong emphasis on the knowledge required for the CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) certification. Other topics include legal and ethical issues in information security, network and system security, cryptography, and information security maintenance.
Key Features:
- Introduces technical aspects of information security for future information security decision-makers.
- Covers information security issues, examples of tool usage, and the implementation of information security in today’s businesses.
- Includes "Related Readings" and a "Technical Details" section.
The "Related Readings" section provides numerous articles for further study, while the "Technical Details" section discusses highly technical information from each chapter, aiding reader comprehension.
- Expanded exercises and case studies at the end of each chapter to reinforce concepts and techniques.