For courses in Cryptology, Computer Security, Information Security, and Network Security, offered in departments of Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Business, or Mathematics.

One of the core technologies that protects cyberspace, cryptology is also intellectually stimulating and fun. This is the only text available that combines classical and contemporary methods of cryptology with a historical perspective. Students are encouraged to explore their strengths and weaknesses as they experiment with various ciphers. Seamless integration between the text material and accompanying software package (CAP)–which enables students to experiment
with the concepts discussed in the text–gives students insight into cryptology
that they would not find elsewhere.

Coverage of both classical & contemporary cryptology–Helps students understand how current methods have their origin in early work.

CAP software package available automatically with the text–Enables students to test their skills in cryptanalysis; allows teachers to add interesting and challenging problems.

Coverage of the practical use of a stream cipher–Shows students how an important cipher is implemented in practice.

Use of Block Ciphers in a network–Presents another case where students are introduced to the actual use of a cipher system.

Charts at the end of each chapter–Shows how the new ciphers covered in the chapter fit into the entire classification scheme of cipher systems, allowing students to understand the interrelationships which exist between ciphers.

Powerpoint files of animated text material available–Allows professors access to well-developed presentation materials that will enhance the classroom; no other text has PowerPoint files with the animated features of this
set.

Answers to problems and additional problems available.

(NOTE: Each chapter concludes with a Summary, Important Terms, Resources, and Problems.)

 1: Introduction to Cryptology

 2: Classical Monoalphabetic Ciphers

 3: Classical Polyalphabetic Ciphers

 4: Classical Polygraphic Ciphers 

 5: Classical Transposition Ciphers

 6: Stream Ciphers

 7: Block Ciphers

 8: Public Key Ciphers

 9: Message Authentication: Key Management, Digital Signatures, Hash Functions, & Certificates

10: Quantum Cryptography

Network Security  (Computer Science)

"This is a well-written textbook, one destined to become an undergraduate favorite in the fascinating and rewarding study of cryptology." — Atul Prakash, University of Michigan

"Dr. Spillman's Cryptographic Analysis Program, (CAP), is not only a fantastic teaching tool, it's very useful to the cryptanalyst as well. I've used it in teaching a practical security course for the last four years." — Scott Orr, Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis

Dr. Richard Spillman's interests range from computer security to artificial intelligence to digital hardware design. He has been teaching computer science and engineering courses for more than 20 years, first at the University of California at Davis and now at Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma. While teaching, Dr. Spillman has also worked as a senior engineer at the Boeing Company and has consulted with several corporations and industry-related groups.

Some people work hard at encoding their secrets; other people work just as hard at deciphering them. Students of cryptology must learn to understand the thinking and techniques of both sides. As Dr. Spillman explores the world of cryptology, he spans introductory to advanced topics, presenting the history and methodology of spies, code breakers, code talkers, and present-day computer hackers and attackers. The cryptographic analysis software included with the book enables students to perform simple hands-on activities that teach them to think like a cryptographer as they learn to fend off attacks or secure software systems.

• Coverage of both classical and contemporary cryptology allows students to learn current methods by understanding their origins in early work.
• The included CAP software package allows students to test their skills while instructors can add interesting new challenges.
• Stream cipher coverage lets students see how an important cipher is implemented in practice.
• Use of block ciphers in a network introduces students to the actual use of a cipher system.
• Charts ending each chapter illustrate how newly covered ciphers fit in and the interrelationships that exist between ciphers.
• Optional chapter on quantum computing offers advanced study topics.

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Spillman
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ISBN-10: 0131828967  |  ISBN-13: 9780131828964
URL: http://www.prenhall.com/spillman_iw

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