INTRODUCTION TO NETWORK SECURITY l.Tahani Aljehani

What is NW 536?  NW 536 is aim to introduce the basics of computer networks security to the students including the impact of network architecture on network security. It also defines the main elements of security which are: confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Text Book  William Stallings "cryptography and network Security Principles and Practice”, Prentice Hall, The Fifth Edition.

Text Book2  Network Security Fundamentals – Eric Cole, Ronald L. Krutz, James Conley and Brian Reisman, W le y,2007

Course schedule

Grade AssignmentWeek Percentage of the grade to the final grade Exam#1#6 on Sun (1/12/1434) for( 9w1+9w3)15% Exam#2 #11 on Sun (21/1/1435) for( 9w1+9w3) 15% Homework, Quizzes, Research Will be decide 10% Lab10% Final Exam # 17 50% Bounce For those who attend on time and have good attitude

Course learning outcomes:  By the end of this course, the students should be able to: Understand basics of network security Cryptography Understand the effects of network architecture on its security Understand the effects of operating systems on the network security Security in internet Deal with firewalls and virtual private networks Secure different applications

Roles and policies  In case of any changes to the above schedule, you will be informed.  No late submissions at all.  Copying from another student will result in a ZERO mark for all involved students.  No make-up midterm at  Bad Attitude will affect your grade