The understanding the fundamentals of InfoSec in theory and practice Andress, Jason. creator author text ne 2014 Second edition. monographic eng xxi, 217 pages ; 24 cm. "The Basics of Information Security will provide the reader with a basic knowledge of information security in both theoretical and practical aspects. We will first cover the basic knowledge needed to understand the key concepts of information security, discussing many of the concepts that underpin the security world. We will then dive into practical applications of these ideas in the areas of operations, physical, network, operating system, and application security. Book Audience This book will provide a valuable resource to beginning security professionals, as well as to network and systems administrators. The information provided on can be used develop a better understanding on how we protect our information assets and defend against attacks, as well as how to apply these concepts practically"-- Show Level Introduction -- Chapter 1. What is Information Security? -- Chapter 2. Identification and Authentication -- Chapter 3. Authorization and Access Control -- Chapter 4. Auditing and Accountability -- Chapter 5. Cryptography -- Chapter 6. Laws and Regulations -- Chapter 7. Operations Security -- Chapter 8. Human Element Security -- Chapter 9. Physical Security -- Chapter 10. Network Security -- Chapter 11. Operating System Security -- Chapter 12. Application Security -- Index. general Jason Andress, Steven Winterfeld, technical editor. Includes bibliographical references and index. Computer security Computer networks Security measures Information resources management QA76.9.A25 A5453 2014 005.8 9780128007440 2014006770 http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=nlebk&AN=786214&site=ehost-live http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=nlebk&AN=786214&site=ehost-live DLC 140326 20190703090124.0 18082271 eng