Computer Security

Today, security is no longer only a topic of interest for specialists, but a concern for all end users, systems administrators, and software developers. The development of new kinds of IT applications means that unique security threats continue to emerge. These new challenges may require novel solutions, and traditional security solutions can actually exacerbate the problem rather than solve it. Dieter Gollmann's popular text continues to offer a comprehensive yet concise overview of the subject that will help the reader think about security at every level. Beginning with basic definitions and concepts and going on to outline the mechanisms at the heart of the computer system, this book covers security issues in networks, operating systems and databases, and shows how to evaluate and tackle security problems. Updated throughout, the second edition includes brand new chapters on software security, authentication in distributed systems, new paradigms in access control, and mobility. Also included are brief introductions to security management and cryptography. Computer Security is essential reading for undergraduate and postgraduate students on a variety of introductory and advanced security courses in computer science, engineering and related disciplines. Technical and project managers will also find that this book offers a great starting point for dealing with complex security challenges. Designed for use on courses or self study, additional resources such as lecture slides and suggested solutions to end of chapter exercises can be found at www.wiley.com/go/gollmann Comments on the first edition "...a very useful book for those involved in the thorny issues of Computer Security. I recommend it to my students." -Antonia Jones, Cardiff University More comments on the first edition "...highly readable and contains clear explanations and examples.... I found myself wishing I had had this book when I started working in this area." -N. R. Mead, New York Review "...an excellent textbook either for higher education or for advanced training programmes on computer security." -Jianying Zhou, Computer Communications "...the book I have been looking for for years..." -Viiveke Fak, Linkoping University "Mandatory reading for aspiring system managers" -Antonia Jones, Cardiff UniversityGollmann, Dieter is the author of 'Computer Security', published 2006 under ISBN 9780470862933 and ISBN 0470862939.