| [Page xiv (continued)] The book is organized in four parts: Part One. Conventional Encryption: A detailed examination of conventional encryption algorithms and design principles, including a discussion of the use of conventional encryption for confidentiality. Part Two. Public-Key Encryption and Hash Functions: A detailed examination of public-key encryption algorithms and design principles. This part also examines the use of message authentication codes and hash functions, as well as digital signatures and public-key certificates. Part Three. Network Security Practice: Covers important network security tools and applications, including Kerberos, X.509v3 certificates, PGP, S/MIME, IP Security, SSL/TLS, and SET. Part Four. System Security: Looks at system-level security issues, including the threat of and countermeasures for intruders and viruses, and the use of firewalls and trusted systems.
In addition, the book includes an extensive glossary, a list of frequently used acronyms, and a bibliography. Each chapter includes homework problems, review questions, a list of key words, suggestions for further reading, and recommended Web sites. A more detailed, chapter-by-chapter summary of each part appears at the beginning of that part. | 