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Network Security and Safety (SCI 640)

Term: 2020-2021 Spring

Faculty

Lisa M. MacLean M.S.
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Description

Covers network Vulnerabilities and safety issues such as peer pressure and cyber bullying as well as important concepts and technologies that address the risky computer and network environment. It details cryptographic tools and algorithms, authentication and access control schemes and protocols, and systems that can be used to secure computers and networks, and the security of these systems. The course also deals with management issues around computer and network security, recovery strategies and using outsourcing services with respect to function and quality. Students learn to use a variety of tools and systems that can be used in security assessment, intrusion detection, information protection, digital forensics, and system recovery.