Stallings, William.

Network security essentials : applications and standards / William Stallings. - 4th ed. - Boston : Prentice Hall, c2011. - xiv, 417 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Chapter 1 Introduction -- Chapter 2 Symmetric Encryption and Message Confidentiality -- Chapter 3 Public-Key Cryptography and Message Authentication -- Chapter 4 Key Distribution and User Authentication -- Chapter 5 Transport-Level Security -- Chapter 6 Wireless Network Security -- Chapter 7 Electronic Mail Security -- Chapter 8 IP Security -- Chapter 9 Intruders -- Chapter 10 Malicious Software -- Chapter 11 Firewalls -- Chapter 12 Network Management Security -- Chapter 13 Legal and Ethical Issues.

In this age of universal electronic connectivity, viruses and hackers, electronic eavesdropping, and electronic fraud, security is paramount. Network Security: Applications and Standards, 4/e provides a practical survey of network security applications and standards, with an emphasis on applications that are widely used on the Internet and for corporate networks. An unparalleled support package for instructors and students ensures a successful teaching and learning experience.

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Computer networks -- Security measures.
Computer security.

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