This book, updated with modern trends and technologies, is the essential guide to the principles, techniques, and applications of cryptography and network security.

Renowned author William Stallings systematically describes the basic concepts and existing standards in the field of cryptography, cryptographic algorithms, the concepts of symmetric and asymmetric encryption, digital signatures, user identity authentication, email, and security on the World Wide Web.

For students, educators, and professionals in the field, this book is an excellent resource.