| Computer Security Basics | 
| Authors: Rick Lehtinen, G.t. Gangemi
Publisher: O'Reilly Media, Inc.
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:   (12 reviews)
Sales Rank: 175705
Format: Illustrated
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown), English (Published)
Media: Paperback
Edition: 2
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 310
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.1
Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 7 x 0.9
ISBN: 0596006691
Dewey Decimal Number: 005.8
EAN: 9780596006693
ASIN: 0596006691
Publication Date: June 13, 2006
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 Best available introduction to the topic... April 19, 2001
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
This book is a more introductory, and a more theoretical than something like "Practical UNIX & Internet Security, 2nd Edition" (By Simson Garfinkel & Gene Spafford, published by O'Reilly & Assoc.), but it is still a vital book on the topic.Definitely a must-have for the bookshelf of any Unix or Security administrator, and a good idea for anyone to read if they are working in the IT field.
Excellent basic Guide to Security March 9, 2001
10 out of 11 found this review helpful
Looking for that one book that offers basic security principals, maybe things you missed in other books ? This book offers the very BEST in the basics of Security.. Recommended as a starter book for CISSP, CISA, or any Information Security related self study.
Very good basics, but needs an update January 20, 2000
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
Computer Security Basics provides an excellent reference for anyone interested in computer and network security, from the newbie to the practicing computer security professional. Unfortunately, it is rapidly becoming outdated..
A perennial favorite. Great introduction to the basics January 7, 1999
12 out of 12 found this review helpful
There's a rather funny scene in HACKERS in which some nerds are quizzing the mysterious new kid about his "Red Book," "Orange Book," et al. It's supposed to be way over the viewer's head ... but after reading this book, you'll chuckle at the pedestrian writing. O'Reilly explains all. The publisher really ought to retitle this "ADP Security Manager in 21 days." No kidding. This book covers the basic issues, the references, the standards, specifics. It goes deeper, though, to explain WHY, with more than a healthy dose of historical background on the evolution of computer security. Also easily overlooked: a cogent explanation of most computer virus issues. And it's all done in witty, plain language writing that's a breeze to assimilate. For anyone who's preparing to manage a LAN/WAN, or has wondered why "the people upstairs" enforce particular policies, this is THE book to start with, no exception. For armchair 'net enthusiasts, this is still the first, best source for an understanding of online security issues. Seriously: walk into most shops and server rooms, and ask, "Where's your yellow, O'Reilly computer security book?" Chances are, it's nearby, with the spine well broken and worn.
 Good, but out of date. September 9, 1998
3 out of 5 found this review helpful
This is a good book to cover computer securities, however this book is out of date. This would be a great book if it was updated.
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