Computer Security Literacy: Staying Safe in a Digital World

by Douglas Jacobson, Joseph Idziorek

Computer users have a significant impact on the security of their computer and personal information as a result of the actions they perform (or do not perform). Helping the average user of computers, or more broadly information technology, make sound security decisions, Computer Security Staying Safe in a Digital World focuses on practical security topics that users are likely to encounter on a regular basis.

Written for nontechnical readers, the book provides context to routine computing tasks so that readers better understand the function and impact of security in everyday life. The authors offer practical computer security knowledge on a range of topics, including social engineering, email, and online shopping, and present best practices pertaining to passwords, wireless networks, and suspicious emails. They also explain how security mechanisms, such as antivirus software and firewalls, protect against the threats of hackers and malware.

While information technology has become interwoven into almost every aspect of daily life, many computer users do not have practical computer security knowledge. This hands-on, in-depth guide helps anyone interested in information technology to better understand the practical aspects of computer security and successfully navigate the dangers of the digital world.

Genres: Nonfiction

368 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2012

Reviews

[Jörg Schumacher]

This is a very readable introduction to the cyber security field aimed at the common user. The book focusses on the everyday use of the internet and the perils of our digital live. The authors want to raise awareness and give the user an idea how to secure their use of digital devices.
The language is easily comprehensible and the more technical threats of internet use are explained by parallel mischief in the analog world. So the book is a good starting point for the common user but also a good resource for IT professionals who want to give intoductional courses for their users.

[Gooroo Phils]

PLEASE SEND ME AN EXAMINATION COPY(PDF) OF
THE BOOK "COMPUTER SECURITY LITERACY:STAYING SAFE IN THE DIGITAL WORLD" BY Douglas Jacobson Joseph idiots

THANKS.

PROFESSOR GAUDENCIOL. SULIGAN
PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE ACADEMY
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[Steven Hart]

A good book about online security for people who don't know much about computers.

[Daniel Cornwall]

Picked up this book because it was on the new bookshelf at my library.

[Mills College Library]

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