The Ncsa Guide to PC and Lan Security (The Mcgraw-Hill Series on Computer Communications) [Paperback]

Stephen Cobb (Author)

Book Description

Series: The Mcgraw-Hill Series on Computer Communications | Publication Date: November 1995

This value-packed book/disk combo describes a variety of low-cost, workable solutions PC users and local area network managers can use to keep their vital data and equipment safe from hackers, viruses, logic bombs, power failures, industrial spies, and more. Includes a disk stuffed with useful data security utilities.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Provides a complete treatment of security issues facing those who work with personal computers in stand-alone and networked environments" -- Critchfield, Carrie, Technology News, 9/96

"Provides clear and concise explanations of personal comouter and local area network technology, along with risks and vulnerabilities associated with the technology. A very readable document that includes many interesting statistics, news stories, and case studies about computer security incidents." -- Science Books & Films, 12/96

From the Back Cover

Safeguard your valuable data and PC equipment from hackers, thieves, viruses, fires, network snoops, and other threats With the strategies contained in this practical guide, you'll rest easier knowing that your vital personal computer equipment and data are protected against loss. Covering stand-alone and networked environemtns, this accessible book-disk package describes a variety of low-cost solutions you can use to shield your data from viruses, hackers, vandals, competitors, industrial spies, disgruntled or careless employees, power failures, floods, and other calamities. Get started right away with the collection of helpful security utilities included on the accompanying disk. Sponsored by the National Computer Security Association, this handbook helps you access your exposure to data loss and provides workable solutions you can implement quickly and inexpensively. You'll learn how to create a secure environment through careful planning, commonsense precautions, and user training-reducing the need to invest in costly specialized products. You"ll find up-to-the minute coverage of security issues relating to the Internet, bulletin boards, and online services, as well as a comprehensive examination of networks. Special World Web links give you access to the latest developments in security resources.

Product Details

• Paperback: 717 pages
• Publisher: Mcgraw-Hill (Tx); Pap/Dis edition (November 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0079121683
• ISBN-13: 978-0079121684
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 7.2 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.7 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,129,577 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Classic That Keeps Going, January 21, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Ncsa Guide to PC and Lan Security (The Mcgraw-Hill Series on Computer Communications) (Paperback)

For anyone who wants to know what computer security is all about and what the main issues are, this book is a great place to start. Some of the technical details are dated, but the author's approach to the subject is sound, and his clear writing style gives the reader excellent insights into what security means for computer users and network systems.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Great reference book, but dated, September 16, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: The Ncsa Guide to PC and Lan Security (The Mcgraw-Hill Series on Computer Communications) (Paperback)

This book must be the best reference to security I have seen, but for a book that was published on 96 the content seems to be from the 80's. Hardly any of the software that ships with it can be used in a modern network, and web links are long gone which was a great disapoinment. So overall good book, a bit old stuff.

5.0 out of 5 stars AWESOME!, August 10, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: The Ncsa Guide to PC and Lan Security (The Mcgraw-Hill Series on Computer Communications) (Paperback)

I found this book very enlightening because I had a lot of misguided notions that were in great need of dispelling. These notions were because of a lot of either incorrect information given by my computer professors in my college courses or told to me by others working in my field who also held these notions. Stephen Cobb's book on PC and LAN Security really opened my eyes. It taught me that some of what I had learned in school was just incorrect, what others told me was utter bunk, and finally it set the record straight. It was very well written and even a "non-technical" person would not have problems understanding the material and appreciating this book. Overall, I want to thank Stephen Cobb for writing this as well as the part he played in the NCSA Firewall buyer's guide (another great reference work). He brings much to the security field and I hope others appreciate his books like PC and LAN Security as much as I do.

JRouleau, CNA