Author Description
This book is a clear and informative introduction to cryptography and data protection--subjects of considerable social and political importance. It explains what algorithms do, how they are used, the risks associated with using them, and why governments should be concerned. Important areas are highlighted, such as Stream Ciphers, block ciphers, public key algorithms, digital signatures, and applications such as e-commerce. This book highlights the explosive impact of cryptography on modern society, with, for example, the evolution of the internet and the introduction of more sophisticated banking methods.
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THE THESIS
This book investigates the fundamental mechanisms of cryptography and its profound influence on modern data protection, social infrastructure, and political governance. Authors Fred Piper and Sean Murphy, both experts in the field of mathematics and information security, utilize a technical yet accessible framework to explain how cryptographic algorithms function. They analyze the evolution of digital security from basic ciphers to complex public key systems, arguing that understanding these tools is necessary for navigating the risks and benefits of an interconnected society.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Explanations of stream ciphers and block ciphers
- Overviews of public key algorithms and digital signatures
- Analysis of cryptographic applications in e-commerce and banking
- Discussion on the socio-political implications of data protection
Scope Limits
- Does not provide advanced mathematical proofs or source code implementation
- Does not cover the history of cryptanalysis in military intelligence
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and readers frequently highlight this text as a concise and foundational primer for those seeking to understand the mechanics of modern digital security. The prose is noted for its clarity, making complex technical concepts approachable for non-specialist audiences interested in the intersection of technology and society.
Page Count:
160
Publication Date:
2002-07-15
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0192803158
ISBN-13:
9780192803153
Non-Fiction
Technology
Mathematics
Cryptography
Data Security
Computer Science
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