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Cryptography For Dummies

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Cryptography For Dummies by Chey Cobb provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles of cryptography and its practical applications. The book covers encryption techniques, cryptographic protocols, and explores how these are used to secure communications and protect sensitive information. A perfect guide for those wanting to understand the fundamentals of data protection in the digital age.
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If you're curious about how cryptography works and want a straightforward introduction to securing information in the digital age, this guide could be appealing. It's ideal if you're keen on demystifying complex encryption topics with simple explanations and practical advice, making it perfect for beginners in the field of computing and technology.

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Cryptography For Dummies

Cryptography is the most effective way to achieve data security and is essential to e-commerce activities such as online shopping, stock trading, and banking. This book explains the basics of encryption and various techniques and introduces readers to the terminology used in the subject.

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Get expert advice on choosing and using cryptography products. Protect yourself and your business from online eavesdroppers — it's easier than you think!

If you were hoping for a flame-throwing watch or a flying car, we're sorry; this isn't James Bond's equipment manual. Cryptography is a common-sense way to secure information on the Internet, and this friendly guidebook makes it easy to understand. Discover how you can protect information with keys, ciphers, PKIs, certificates, and more.

Cryptography For Dummies

"Cryptography is absolutely fundamental to security, personal privacy, and a trusted global economy. Everyone, and I mean everyone, should understand how to protect themselves and how cryptography is used to protect the world's most important asset: information. Given her extraordinary background and practical experience in network security, Chey Cobb is uniquely qualified to simplify the mystique of cryptography for the average person." — Winn Schwartau, President, GetInsightU.Com and author of "Information Warfare" and "Pearl Harbor Dot Com"

Discover how to:

  • Analyse off-the-shelf encryption products
  • Decide what type of security you need
  • Create and manage keys
  • Issue digital signatures and certificates
  • Set up SSL for e-commerce
  • Enable wireless encryption

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Cryptography For Dummies by Chey Cobb is appreciated as a practical and accessible resource for those confused by encryption. It's noted for its flexibility, allowing readers to consult it as needed.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780764541889

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 January 2004

Country: United States

Imprint: For Dummies

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 188.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 481g

Pages: 336

About the Author

Chey Cobb, CISSP, author of Network Security For Dummies, was Chief Security Officer for a National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) overseas location. She is a nationally recognized computer security expert.

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