Readings
All readings are available online via the Safari Books link at OhioLink
- Windows XP Pro Edition: The Missing Manual, 2e - chapter 10
- Practical UNIX and Internet Security, 3e - chapters 1 and 2
- Microsoft Windows Security Resource Kit, 2e - chapters 1 and 2
- Mac OS X Tiger Unleashed - chapter 28, section titled "Understanding the Importance of System Security"
Section Topics
- What is operating system and network security?
- Why is security necessary?
- Cost factors of security
- Hardening your system