CSEC 1625 - Operating Systems and Network Security

Credits: 3
Fundamental to cybersecurity is an understanding of operating systems and networks. This course will include an examination of process management and communication, remote procedure calls, memory management (including shared memory and virtual memory), file systems and security measures needed to harden an operating system. Both Windows- and Linux-based operating systems will be explored. The course will also examine various cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities such as malware, social engineering, web security, privacy, and network security devices.