Security Awareness: Applying Practical Security in Your World [Paperback]

Mark Ciampa (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 7, 2006 | ISBN-10: 1418809691 | ISBN-13: 978-1418809690 | Edition: 2

Building on the success of the first edition, this new text provides a non-technical approach to practical computer security for all users, from business professionals to students to home users. Suitable for any introductory security course, this book makes a great bundle for those wishing to add security coverage to their course. This practical, hands-on book includes chapter openers with real-world situations to help give meaningful context to the chapter concepts. Then, each chapter closes with hands-on projects to help students apply their knowledge through critical thinking. In addition to basic security concepts, readers will gain practical skills on how to protect and harden their computers and networks from increasingly sophisticated attacks.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"This book fosters quick and easy understanding of security concepts, targeting novice and common users. The opening vignettes set the tone for each chapter, and provide a focus of discussion. An excellent text for students to understand the importance of information security and its application." - Michael P. O'Dowd, Associate Professor, Colorado Technical University

"Mark Ciampa deftly covers major network security topics with a down to earth delivery that cuts through the complexity of security technical jargon, making concepts easy for the novice to understand. There are plenty of helpful illustrations, and numerous hands-on projects for practical application to each chapter's bountiful material." - Sydney Shewchuk, IT Instructor, Heald College

About the Author

Mark Ciampa is an Assistant Professor in Management and Computer Information Systems at Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, Kentucky where he teaches courses in introduction to computers, computer business management information systems, and computer hardware. Prior to that time he was the Director of Academic Computing and Associate Professor of Computer Information Systems at Volunteer State Community College in Gallatin, Tennessee for 20 years. Mark has experience working in the IT industry prior to teaching and has served as a computer consultant for the US Postal Service, the Tennessee Municipal Technical Advisory Service and the University of Tennessee as well as in local governments, area businesses, and non-profit organizations. He is a frequent speaker at regional and national technology conferences. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 248 pages
• Publisher: Course Technology; 2 edition (February 7, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1418809691
• ISBN-13: 978-1418809690
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,028,863 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Mark Ciampa is an Assistant Professor of Computer Information Systems at Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, Kentucky and holds a PhD in Digital Communication Systems from Indiana State University. Prior to this he was an Associate Professor and served as the Director of Academic Computing at Volunteer State Community College in Gallatin, Tennessee for 20 years. Mark has worked in the IT industry as a computer consultant for the U.S. Postal Service, the Tennessee Municipal Technical Advisory Service, and the University of Tennessee. He is also the author of 19 technology textbooks, including Security+ Guide to Network Security Fundamentals 3ed,CWNA Guide to Wireless LANs 2ed, Guide to Wireless Communications, Security Awareness: Applying Practical Security In Your World, and Networking BASICS.