The Basics of Information Security: Understanding the Fundamentals of InfoSec in Theory and Practice - Softcover

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Jason Andress (ISSAP, CISSP, GPEN, CEH) is a seasoned security professional with a depth of experience in both the academic and business worlds. Presently he carries out information security oversight duties, performing penetration testing, risk assessment, and compliance functions to ensure that critical assets are protected. Jason has taught undergraduate and graduate security courses since 2005 and holds a doctorate in computer science, researching in the area of data protection. He has authored several publications and books, writing on topics including data security, network security, penetration testing, and digital forensics.

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The Basics of Information Security provides you with fundamental knowledge of information security in both theoretical and practical aspects. Packed with key concepts of information security, such as confidentiality, integrity, and availability, as well as tips and additional resources for further advanced study. This book also includes practical applications in the areas of operations, physical, network, operating system, and application security. Complete with exercises at the end of each chapter, this book is well-suited for classroom or instructional use.

• Learn about information security without wading through huge manuals
• Includes real world examples in each chapter that demonstrate useful implementations for each concept
• Gives a broad view of the information security field for practitioners, students, and enthusiasts