| This book is a one-stop resource to help executives and computer professionals protect their systems and data from a myriad of internal and external threats. Addressing a wide range of security issues, it provides practical guidance on topics such as: physical security procedures * data preservation and protection * hardware and software protection * personnel management and security * network security * contingency planning * legal and auditing planning and control, and more.
Computers are an integral part of everyday operations. Organizations depend on them. A computer
system failure will have a critical impact on the organization. Potential vulnerabilities in a computer
system that could undermine operations must therefore be minimized or eliminated.
The International Handbook of Computer Security is written primarily to help business executives
and information systems/computer professionals protect their computers and data from a wide variety
of threats. It is intended to provide practical and thorough guidance on a wide range of computer
security issues, emphasizing practical guidance rather than theory. Topics discussed include company
security policies, physical security, data preservation, hardware and software security, personnel
security, network security, contingency planning, and legal and auditing issues.
Security concerns have heightened in recent years. You've probably seen news stories about
computer data errors, thefts, burglaries, fires, and sabotage. Moreover, the increased use of
networked computers, including the Internet, Intranets, and Extranets, has had a profound effect on
computer security. The greatest advantage of remote access through networks—convenience—is
what makes the system more vulnerable to loss. As the number of points from which a computer can
be accessed increases, so does the threat of attack.
The major steps in managing computer security are discussed in this book. We help you as a business
executive identify resources in your own organization that need to be protected. Sometimes, thinking
information is not valuable to anyone else, your organization may not be willing to take security
precautions. |
