Cybersecurity Today

This book comprehensively covers essential topics ranging from the fundamentals of cybersecurity to advanced hacking concepts, cyber law, malware detection, wireless networking, and strategies for staying secure in the digital world.

This book starts with networking and security basics, covering network models, communication protocols, and cybersecurity principles. It explores hacking, cybercrime, ethical hacking, and legal issues. Topics like malware, cryptography, cloud security, wireless networking, and best practices for data protection are also covered. It provides practical guidance on password management, security software, and firewalls. The book concludes by discussing emerging trends in cybersecurity, including cloud security, IoT, AI, and blockchain, helping readers stay ahead of evolving threats.

Readers will emerge geared up with a solid foundation in cybersecurity principles, practical knowledge of hacker tactics, an understanding of legal frameworks, and the skills necessary to recognize and mitigate cybersecurity threats effectively, helping them to navigate the digital landscape with confidence and competence.

KEY FEATURES 

• Covers a wide range of cybersecurity topics, from fundamentals to emerging trends.
• Offers practical advice and best practices for individuals and organizations to protect themselves in the digital age.
• Emerging trends like AI in cybersecurity.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

• Foundation in cybersecurity concepts, designed for beginners and newcomers.
• Understand various types of malware, such as viruses, worms, Trojans, and ransomware, and how they threaten systems.
• Explore wireless network security, including encryption, common vulnerabilities, and secure Wi-Fi connections.
• Best practices for safe online behavior, secure browsing, software updates, and effective data backup.
• Strategies to boost cybersecurity awareness and protect against common digital threats.

WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR

This book is for cybersecurity professionals, IT managers, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding and protecting digital infrastructure from cyber threats.

1. Fundamentals of Data Communication and Networking
2. Hacking Demystified
3. Cyber Law
4. Malware
5. The World of Cryptography 
6. Wireless Networking and Its Security Challenges
7. Cloud Security
8. Security in Digital World
9. Emerging Trends and Advanced Topics in Cybersecurity

Debrupa Palit is an accomplished academician serving as an Assistant Professor, Computer Application Department in the prestigious Narula Institute of Technology, a NAAC ‘A grade’ accredited and NIRF ranked college since 2003. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering from NIT Durgapur, West Bengal. Her research interests encompass a wide range of topics, including Protein Sequence Comparison and Machine Learning in the field of Biomedicine. She is the author of two books, has numerous indexed publications, and holds several Indian patents, along with one granted copyright. Her academic journey is characterized by a relentless pursuit of excellence, marked by her contributions to both the academic and research spheres. Her tenure at Narula Institute of Technology has been distinguished by her commitment to nurturing the next generation of IT professionals and her dedication to promoting academic excellence. As she continues her doctoral studies, she remains deeply engaged in pushing the boundaries of knowledge and contributing to the advancement of her field.