IFSM 430
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IFSM 430 Information and Security
Spring Session 1, Jan 20 - Mar 14 @ Yongsan
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News
- The Mailing List has been setup - sign up before class starts!
- The first class is scheduled for Wednesday, January 20th, 2010
- Page is being updated - some links may be non-functioning
- You should buy the book before class
- Be sure to sign up for the mailing list
Description & Prerequisites
IFSM 430 Information and Security (3)
Prerequisite: IFSM 300. A survey covering aspects of establishing and maintaining a practical information security program. The security aspects and implications of databases, telecommunication systems, and software are examined, along with techniques used to assess risks and discover abuses of systems.
Textbooks
- Required
- Recommended
- CompTIA Security+ All-in-One Exam Guide, 2e
- The Cuckoo's Egg, Cliff Stoll
- eBook: Decrypting the Security+ Beta Exam, from AlphaGeekProductions
- eBook: Safe & Secure Home Computer by D. Norris
Certification
- CompTIA Security+
- Taking the Security+ test at UMUC
Mailing List
I have set up a mailing list for all the students in the class. We can use this list to discuss class topics, assignments, problems, tips, etc... I require all the students to sign up for this list. Be sure to use an email address you check daily, and that is recognizable to your real name.
This is your first graded assignment!
To subscribe to the list
- Send e-mail to: ifsm430-101-subscribe@thinairlabs.com
- Subject line: subscribe
- Body of message: subscribe
Note: It is best if you cut and paste this information. You are sending email to an automated program, not a person. Follow the directions exactly, and you will be added to the list. You will receive a confirmation email that you have to reply to.
Remember, everyone can read all messages sent to the mailing list. Send personal email to bjgleas 'at' gmail 'dot' com, but any and all class related message need to be sent to the mailing list.
Class Schedule and Notes
You should download and read the lecture notes before class. The lecture notes are in PDF format, you might have to download a reader for your machine.
You should visit the websites, and download the programs and run them.
Also, the lecture notes may not be complete, and should not serve as a substitute for attending class.
Trivia High Scores
| Name | Score |
| Tom | 3 |
| Chad | 4 |
| Mark | 6 |
| Toby | 4 |
Links
- Programs
- PDF Reader - to read the lecture notes
- Winzip - Needed to work with zip files
- FAQ Files
- FAQs (at RTFM.mit.edu)
- Tutorials, References
- General Links
- DOWNLOAD.COM Where many of the programs in class are found.
- Computer Dictionary An online web based dictionary
- PC Webopaedia - resource for information about PCs
- Computer Almanac A lot of interesting Numbers about Computers
- What is? A really good online reference
- How Stuff Works - excellent detailed explainations
- Old Webpage for IFSM 430
