COMP SCI 426: Network Security

Course Description

This course provides an introduction to network security concepts and protocols. Topics addressed include: foundations of network security and an in-depth review of commonly used security mechanisms and techniques, security threats and network-based attacks, applications of cryptography, authentication, access control, intrusion detection and response, security protocols (IPsec, SSL, Kerberos), denial of services, viruses and worms, web security, wireless security, and privacy. Recommended preparation: C/C++/Java programming course.