.. header:: COMP 448: Network Security
.. footer:: COMP 448: Network Security

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    COMP 448

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COMP 448: Network Security
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Course Information
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    **Credit Hours**

    * 3

    **Prerequisites**

    * One or more of the following:
        * :doc:`comp264`
        * :doc:`comp170`
        * :doc:`comp447`

About
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This course will involve a discussion of the methods and tactics used to keep attackers at bay as well as the mechanisms by which we can identify and potentially stop potential "bad guys."

Description
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It will involve the following topics as they all relate to the overall security posture which makes computing safer: Encryption, authentication, firewalls, NAT/PAT, restricted access policies, intrusion detection, and other security frameworks. Instructor permission is based on relevant industry experience with networking including TCP/IP.

Outcome
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The goal is to gain an understanding of how to secure computers and computing environments.

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Syllabi
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