Re: book recommendations

[Eric <eric () sandpile net>]

I might recommend "Hacking Exposed".  It's a good broad-level overview 
of security and hacking that includes a basic introduction to some of 
the technologies.  It goes from giving you basics on TCP/IP to very 
specific recommendations on how to use 'nmap' and 'snort'...   Good for 
the Intermediate computer geek who understands networks but may not 
grasp all of the intricacies of the protocols, etc.

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0072227427/002-5162664-8409624

There are hundreds of others, but the first edition of this book (now in 
4th edition) is what got me started.

Eric


Kent Stairley wrote:

> Hi All,
>
> I'd like your recommendations on computer & network security books ranging
> from books for the beginner in security
> to the expert pro. I'd also like to know if any has read "Fundamentals of
> Computer Security" by
> Pieprzyk, Hardjono, and Seberry and if so what is your opinion?
>
> I'm also looking for info on hacking, cracking, & the security of card
> readers, tablet pc's, pda's, & windows ce.
> Any add'l info, books, papers, etc. recommendations would be a great help.
>
> TIA,
> Kent
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