Network Security Principles and Applications (21st Century University)

Author: Qi Wenjing, Liu Xue, Editors
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Publish Date: 2005-09-01
Features: This book starts from the basic theories and technologies of network security, presenting the fundamental principles, application technologies, and configuration methods of network security in a clear and progressive manner. The content is comprehensive, easy to understand, and effectively combines theory with practice. The book is divided into 11 chapters, covering topics such as: network security architecture, cryptography basics, cryptographic applications, firewalls, attack techniques, viruses and prevention, intrusion detection, WWW security, E-mail security, operating system security, and more. The book features accurate concepts, appropriate selection of materials, a clear structure, and a strong emphasis on the integration of theory and practice. Each chapter includes 1–2 application examples with detailed explanations of configurations, which not only aids readers in understanding and mastering the theory but also serves as experimental guidance material. This book can be used as a textbook for information security courses in computer science, information security, network engineering, and information engineering at universities and colleges. It is also suitable for adult colleges, vocational and technical colleges, and private institutions offering computer-related majors in network security courses. Additionally, it can serve as a training textbook for information security and a reference book for IT professionals.