Network Security and Cryptography

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Mercury Learning and Information, Mar 20, 2018 - Computers - 560 pages
Network Security and Cryptography introduces the basic concepts in computer networks and the latest trends and technologies in cryptography and network security. The book is a definitive guide to the principles and techniques of cryptography and network security, and introduces basic concepts in computer networks such as classical cipher schemes, public key cryptography, authentication schemes, pretty good privacy, and Internet security. It features the latest material on emerging technologies, related to IoT, cloud computing, SCADA, blockchain, smart grid, big data analytics, and more. Primarily intended as a textbook for courses in computer science and electronics & communication, the book also serves as a basic reference and refresher for professionals in these areas.

FEATURES:

• Includes the latest material on emerging technologies, related to IoT, cloud computing, smart grid, big data analytics, blockchain, and more
• Features separate chapters on the mathematics related to network security and cryptography
• Introduces basic concepts in computer networks including classical cipher schemes, public key cryptography, authentication schemes, pretty good privacy, Internet security services, and system security
• Includes end of chapter review questions

 

Contents

Preface
Mathematical Foundations for Computer Networks
Overview of Cryptography
Mathematical Foundations for Cryptography
Classical Cipher Schemes
Modern Symmetric Ciphers
PublicKey Cryptography for Data Confidentiality
Authentication Schemes
Public Key Infrastructure PKI
Pretty Good Privacy
Internet Security Services
System Security
Security of Emerging Technology
Bibliography
Index
Copyright

Centralized Authentication Service

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About the author (2018)

Sarhan M. Musa holds a PhD in electrical engineering and is currently a professor in the electrical and computer engineering department at Prairie View A&M University, Texas.

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