Security of e-Systems and Computer Networks e-Based systems and computer networks are ubiquitous in the modern world, with applica- tions spanning e-commerce, WLANs, healthcare and governmental organizations, among others. The secure transfer of information has therefore become a critical area of research, development, and investment. This book presents the fundamental concepts, tools, and pro- tocols of e-based system and computer network security and its wide range of applications. The core areas of e-system and computer network security, such as authentication of users; system integrity; confidentiality of communication; availability of business service; and non-repudiation of transactions, are covered in detail. Throughout the book, the major trends, challenges, and applications of e-security are presented, with emphasis on public key infrastructure (PKI) systems, biometric-based security systems, trust management sys- tems, and the e-service paradigm. Intrusion detection technologies, virtual private networks (VPNs), malware, WLANs security, and risk management are also discussed. Moreover, applications such as e-commerce, e-government, and e-service are all dealt with. Technically oriented with many practical examples, this book is an invaluable reference for practitioners in network and information security. It will also be of great interest to researchers and graduate students in electrical and computer engineering, telecommunica- tion engineering, computer science, informatics, and system and software engineering. Moreover, the book can be used as a text for a graduate or senior undergraduate course in security of e-systems and computer networks, security of information systems, security of communication networks, or security of e-systems. M ohammad S. O baidat , recognized around the world for his pioneering and lasting contributions to several areas including networks and information security, is a Professor of Computer Science at Monmouth University, New Jersey. He is the author of several books and numerous publications. He obtained his Ph.D. from the Ohio State University and has received numerous awards. He is a Fellow of the SCS and a Fellow of the IEEE. N oureddine A. B oudriga received his Ph.D. in Mathematics from the University Paris XI, France and in Computer Science from the University Tunis II, Tunisia. He is currently based at the University of 7th November at Carthage in Tunisia, where he is a Professor of Telecommunications at the School of Communication Engineering, and Director of the Research Laboratory on Networks and Security. www.cambridge.org © Cambridge University Press Cambridge University Press 978-0-521-83764-4 - Security of e-Systems and Computer Networks Mohammad S. Obaidat and Moureddine A. Boudriga Frontmatter More information