Spring 2022
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Course No: INFO.3850-062; SIS Class Nbr: 9806; SIS Term: 3130
Course Status: Registration Closed
Course Description
This course will present an overview of the issues related to information security from a computer and computer network perspective. We will cover the threats to the information security infrastructure with a focus on the detection and prevention of them. We will discuss protection of PCs, servers, associated computer services (e.g. network, browsers) and data (e.g. file systems, email) through a "defense in depth" or "layered" approach. We will review major software packages, hardware devices, accepted technical and administrative practices that contribute to information security. The vulnerabilities and hardening of major operating systems such as Linux and Microsoft Windows will be discussed. The material is technical in nature however no systems administration or software development experience is assumed. Solid familiarity with the use of the Internet and computers is required and some knowledge of TCP/IP would be helpful.
Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor
- Prerequisites: INFO.1600 and INFO.2020, or equivalent
- Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
- Instructor: Thomas Kostizak
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UMass Lowell Bookstore
When Offered & Tuition
- Online Course
- 2022 Spring: Jan 18 to Apr 03
- Course Level: Undergraduate
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Tuition: $1140
- Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.
Related Programs: A.S. in Information Technology, B.S. in Information Technology, B.S. in Information Technology - Second Degree, B.S. in Information Technology: Business Minor Option, B.S. in Information Technology: Population Health Informatics and Technology Minor Option, Certificate in Networking & Security
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