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Direct linkRoberts, Gary – Computers in Libraries, 2006
An effective systems librarian must understand security vulnerabilities and be proactive in preventing problems. Specifics of future attacks or security challenges cannot possibly be anticipated, but this paper suggests some simple measures that can be taken to make attacks less likely to occur: program the operating system to get automatic…
Descriptors: Computer Security, Libraries, Librarians, Computer Networks
Breeding, Marshall – Computers in Libraries, 2005
Many libraries are or soon will be offering Wi-Fi, also known as wireless networks. The largest perceived barriers to providing this service are concerns about security. The prime rule when deploying Wi-Fi is segregation, having a clear separation between a public wireless network and the rest of the library?s network. A number of devices can be…
Descriptors: Libraries, Internet, Computer Networks, Computer Security
Peer reviewedFore, Julie A. – Library Hi Tech, 1997
Introduces concepts of server security and includes articles and sidebars of firsthand accounts of consequences of not devoting enough time to security measures. Outlines the following factors to consider when evaluating a server's risk potential: confidentiality/reproducibility of the data; complexity of the system; backup system and hardware…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Security, Computer System Design, Data
Peer reviewedBreeding, Michael – Library Hi Tech, 1997
Focuses on designing a library network to maximize security. Discusses UNIX and file servers; connectivity to campus, corporate networks and the Internet; separation of staff from public servers; controlling traffic; the threat of network sniffers; hubs that eliminate eavesdropping; dividing the network into subnets; Switched Ethernet;…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Security, Computer System Design, Internet
Peer reviewedMcClellan, Gregory A.; Garrison, William V. – Library Hi Tech, 1997
Illustrates an approach for providing networked access to licensed databases over the Internet by positioning the library between patron and vendor. Describes how the gateway systems and database connection servers work and discusses how treatment of security has evolved with the introduction of the World Wide Web. Outlines plans to reimplement…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Networks, Computer Security, Databases
Download full textAlberta Dept. of Education, Edmonton. – 1999
This paper provides a snapshot of the computer network security industry and addresses specific issues related to network security in public education. The following topics are covered: (1) security policy, including reasons for establishing a policy, risk assessment, areas to consider, audit tools; (2) workstations, including physical security,…
Descriptors: Check Lists, Computer Networks, Computer Security, Computer Software
