Handbook of Research on Information Security and Assurance (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781599048550)

While emerging information and internet ubiquitous technologies provide tremendous positive opportunities, there are still numerous vulnerabilities associated with technology. Attacks on computer systems are increasing in sophistication and potential devastation more than ever before. As such, organizations need to stay abreast of the latest protective measures and services to prevent cyber attacks. The Handbook of Research on Information Security and Assurance includes 47 chapters offering comprehensive definitions and explanations on topics such as firewalls, information warfare, encryption standards, and social and ethical concerns in enterprise security. Edited by over 90 scholars in information science, this reference provides tools to combat the growing risk associated with technology.

Author: Jatinder N. D. Gupta
ISBN-10: 1599048558
ISBN-13: 9781599048550
Publisher: Information Science Reference
Language: English
Published: 08/01/2008
Pages: 586
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 3.60lbs
Size: 11.20h x 8.50w x 1.40d

Review Citation(s):
Scitech Book News 12/01/2008 pg. 155