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Security in Fixed and Wireless Networks: An Introduction to securing data communications |
| Guenter Schaefer (Universith of Berlin, Germany) |
| With our modern society' s increased dependence on information technology and communication networks, the subject of network security is developing into a crucial base technology and most people working in the networking and information technology business will need to know the basics of fixed and wireless network security. This book gives a firm introduction into the field covering the fundamentals of data security technology and explaining in-depth how they are applied in communication networks.
Approaches network security from the wireless as well as the computer networking side. · Concentrates on the core networking issues (first 4 layers up to the transport layer). · Helps the reader to understand the risks of a lack of security in a network & how to prevent it. · Brings security in networks up to date by covering wireless and mobile security issues. · Includes security issues around hot topics such as wireless LANs (e.g. 802.11), AAA (Authentication, authorization, and accounting), and Mobile IP. · Illustrates complicated security concepts with exercises and features an extensive glossary. < | | |
