Security for Computer Networks: An Introduction to Data Security in Teleprocessing and Electronic Funds Transfer (Wiley Series in Communication and Distributed Systems) [Paperback]

D. W. Davies (Author), W. L. Price (Author)

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ISBN-10: 0471921378 | ISBN-13: 978-0471921370 | Publication Date: November 1989 | Edition: 2

How to use cryptography to protect data in teleprocessing systems--not only keeping data secret but also authenticating it, preventing alteration, and proving its origin. Approach is pragmatic--principles are illustrated with examples. Describes ciphers, the Data Encryption Standard, ways to use the ciphers, cipher key management schemes, public key ciphers, and how to apply data security measures to electronic funds transfer and teleprocessing.

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How to use cryptography to protect data in teleprocessing systems--not only keeping data secret but also authenticating it, preventing alteration, and proving its origin. Approach is pragmatic--principles are illustrated with examples. Describes ciphers, the Data Encryption Standard, ways to use the ciphers, cipher key management schemes, public key ciphers, and how to apply data security measures to electronic funds transfer and teleprocessing.

Product Details

• Paperback: 398 pages
• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons; 2 edition (November 1989)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471921378
• ISBN-13: 978-0471921370
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.5 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #845,255 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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