CSCI 7002

Computer Security

A broad overview of computer security, roughly divided into three unequal components: a) the history of codes and ciphers; b) basic cryptographic techniques, for example, symmetric cryptography, authentication techniques, and asymmetric crypto systems, and: c) applications to current and future computer-related technologies, for example, network security, wireless communication, quantum cryptography, and more. Cross-listed with ISMG 7002.

Units: 3.0

Hours: 3 to 3