The Basics of Information Security: Understanding the Fundamentals of Infosec in Theory and Practice

As part of the Syngress Basics series, The Basics of Information Security provides you with fundamental knowledge of information security in both theoretical and practical aspects. It covers the basic knowledge needed to understand the key concepts of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Then it dives into practical applications of these ideas in the areas of operational, physical, network, application, and operating system security.

• Learn about information security without wading through huge manuals
• Covers both theoretical and practical aspects of information security
• Gives a broad view of the information security field for practitioners, students, and enthusiasts