Computer Security Basics

Author: Pabloz
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Publish Date: 2006-10-01
Features: Computer security was once a major issue of public attention. The main purpose of this book is to discuss the basic concepts of computer and network security. The preliminary draft of this book originated from the lecture notes used by the author when teaching the undergraduate course "Computer Security" at the University of Wollongong in Australia. The book consists of 18 chapters, and as a book, it contains a relatively complete set of knowledge. The book focuses on introducing the basic concepts of cryptography, computer, and network security, providing readers with comprehensive theoretical and technical support. The main content of the book includes: fundamentals of cryptography, private-key cryptosystems, public-key cryptosystems, pseudo-random numbers, hash functions, digital signatures, authentication, secret sharing, zero-knowledge proof systems, group cryptography, key establishment protocols, identification, intrusion detection, electronic voting and digital currencies, database protection and security, access control, and network security, etc. The content of the entire book is extensive and authoritative, with explanations that progress from simple to complex, and important chapters are accompanied by exercises to help readers further master the content of each chapter. This book is suitable for undergraduate professional courses or related majors, graduate courses, and can also serve as a reference book for professionals. The book focuses on introducing the basic concepts of cryptography, computer, and network security, providing readers with comprehensive theoretical and technical support. The main content of the book includes: fundamentals of cryptography, private-key cryptosystems, public-key cryptosystems, pseudo-random numbers, hash functions, digital signatures, authentication, secret sharing, zero-knowledge proof systems, group cryptography, key establishment protocols, identification, intrusion detection, electronic voting and digital currencies, database protection and security, access control, and network security, etc. The content of the entire book is extensive and authoritative, with explanations that progress from simple to complex, and important chapters are accompanied by exercises to help readers further master the content of each chapter.