Cryptography and Network Security - Principles and Practice (5th Edition)

Cryptography and Network Security: Principles and Practice (5th Edition) By William Stallings

Cryptography and Network Security: Principles and Practice by William Stallings is a practical survey of cryptography and network security, providing a comprehensive analysis of both principles and practice in an era where universal connectivity of electronics, viruses, hackers, and electronic fraud demand robust security measures. This fifth edition has been updated with expanded coverage of block cipher modes of operation including authenticated encryption, revised AES coverage, pseudorandom number generation, federated identity, HTTPS, Secure Shell (SSH), wireless network security, completely rewritten IPsec coverage, and a new chapter on legal and ethical issues.

Topics commonly covered include:

• Classical encryption techniques

• Block ciphers and the Data Encryption Standard (DES)

• Basic concepts in number theory and finite fields

• Advanced Encryption Standard (AES)

• Block cipher operation

• Pseudorandom number generation and stream ciphers

• Public-key cryptography and RSA

• Other public-key cryptosystems

• Cryptographic hash functions and message authentication codes

• Digital signatures

• Key management and distribution

• User authentication

• Network access control and cloud security

• Transport-level security

• Wireless network security

• Electronic mail security

• IP security

Key features:

• Thorough mathematical background for algorithms such as AES and RSA

• Coverage of important network security tools and applications, including SSL/TLS and X.509v3

• Methods for countering hackers and viruses explored throughout

• Expanded and rewritten chapters reflecting the latest security protocols and standards

• Practical, tutorial-style approach combining theory with real-world application

• Recognized as a leading, widely-adopted textbook in cryptography and network security education

Perfect for:

• Computer science and information security students

• BS Computer Science and IT students

• Students studying cryptography, network security, and cybersecurity

• Faculty teaching cryptography and computer security courses

• Professionals working in network security and information assurance

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