Security Courses
Introduction to Computer Security (3 hours)
An
overview of the computer vulnerabilities faced by users on
standalone and networked machines, and methods to protect
themselves using the concepts of Confidentiality,
Integrity, and Availability.
Using TrueCrypt to Encrypt Data (2 hours)
An
overview of data protection using encryption and a hands-on
demonstration of using TrueCrypt software. Topics include
protecting your main hard disk, protecting a laptop,
strategies for USB drives, and backup considerations.
Introduction
to Macintosh Security (3 hours)
Introduces
the security features of OS X 10.5. Topics include creating
different types of accounts, file sharing, screen sharing,
login options, creating strong passwords, creating reliable
backups, and encryption strategies. Threats are examined in
the basic categories of Confidentiality, Integrity, and
Availability.
Advanced Macintosh Security (3 hours)
Focuses
on advanced standalone options as well as safety on the
Internet. Topics include configuring the firewall, advanced
Screen Sharing techniques via the command line, automating
Time Machine, and safely sharing files with Linux and
Windows machines.