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Satellite Encryption

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I think that the tittle of this book is a bit misleading. If one reads through all the enthusiastic reviews of the book one can actually get a clear picture of what it is about. It is a general overview of politics of encryption with some technical information included in between. I cannot understand the reason for more than one hundred pages of information about different types of military equipment. Yes, this book is interesting but it is not about cryptography and encryption. These subjects are only a small part of the book. I returned Satellite Encryption after very thorough consideration.

While this book covers all the significant technology in the area, it is a much better read for all those things you wondered about in Sci Fi Could they really do that? Also the policy issues are critical to our privacy rights and conversly national security.

Anyone who uses a mobile phone, relies upon oversees Internet connectivity, or worries about personal security should get acquainted with this book. Mr. Vacca has once again produced a very accessible yet easily readable tome on the dangers and promise of satellite encryption. Pick it up and you'll learn about or government policies regarding satellite communications management and security. By the time you put it down, you'll understand everything from pagers to the electronic battlefield. It's a must-read!

As always, John Vacca provides an incredible level of detail in a readable manner. The Internet implications are particularly applicable to almost any reader. In our case, where the line-of-sight constraints of radio transmission in our wireless WANs are forcing us to look at satellite options, this book is an invaluable resource. And the tales told herein about encryption break-ins and techniques make fascinating reading in their own right.

Technical from orbit to chip, and immensely readable as well!

Satellite Encryption by John Vacca describes the complex security issues that continue to arise as the amount of electronic, voice, and video data is transmitted via satellite communication channels. Of particular interest was the number of satellite launches by major corporations that are planned in the near future. As a business, we are finding the need to conduct business at a much greater speed via the Internet. The book goes on to describe the importance of this trend but also details the perils that face companies that will be required to conduct business using E-Commerce. The book informs the reader how satellite encryption methods are utilized today to safeguard critical and confidential information, and what techniques are utilized to implement these methods. The book emphasizes the inadequacies of the current encryption methods and the direction that improved encryption methods are taking to combat misuse by government, terrorists, and criminal organizations. Overall the book provides an intriguing view into the world of satellite encryption and brings to light the increasing need for confidentiality of both personal and government information in a rapidly changing information age.

John Vacca has put together a vivid presentation on the subject. Our future communication security is dependent on secure Satellite Encryption. This book presents Satellite Encryption, it's many issues and concerns, in a format that can be understood by all. Complex national security, corporate and personel security issues are technically presented and discussed. Views of the author on the "electronic battlefield" of the future are both enlighting and thoughtful. I sincerly recommend this book for individual and educational reading.

This book provides an informative overview of the issues surrounding satellite encryption. Of special interest are the role of government in encryption technology, the vulnerability of our satellites, and suggestions for changes in policy to insure security. The book contains many examples of threats to national security, especially in the delivery of weapons overseas, and discusses the role of encryption in law enforcement. A useful and entertaining guid for novice and expert alike.

Another good read from John. He has yet again covered a very complex topic in an easy manner, yet with a great deal of detail.

This is a great book on satellite encryption. It is useful for professional individuals who need to expand their understanding of the topic and for organizations as a reference and planning tool. The division into six major parts supports the reference usage of the book.

The book is also appropriate for use by students at both the undergraduate and graduate level and will make a great addition to telecommunications curriculum across the country.

Satellite Encryption is a great guide to the future of satellite systems. Vacca has developed an educational tool that will make for better awareness of satellite encryption policies.