This book aims to develop a deep understanding of cryptography and provide understanding of how privacy, identity provision, and integrity can be enhanced with the usage of encryption.  Author William J Buchanan covers core cryptography alongside emerging areas such as Blockchain, Light-weight Cryptography, and Zero-knowledge Proofs. The book provides web-based material on almost every topic covered, alongside additional on-line material such as videos, source code, and labs.

Author: William J Buchanan
Publisher: River Publishers
Date:Sept 2017
Pages: 350
ISBN: 978-8793379107
Print: 8793379102
Level: Introductory/Intermediate
Category: Security

Topics covered include:

• Fundamentals of Encryption
• Public Key Encryption
• Symmetric Key Encryption
• Hashing Methods
• Key Exchange Methods
• Digital Certificates and Authentication
• Tunneling
• Crypto Cracking
• Light-weight Cryptography
• Blockchain
• Zero-knowledge Proofs

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