Network Security
The major emphasis is put on the Internet and network security.
The course includes network protocols, cryptography, threats and threat models, secrecy and privacy, message integrity, types of intrusion, packet sniffing, spoofing, authentication protocols, authorization, access control, secure services, IPSec, firewalls, and security incidents and responses.
Teaching Format
- lectures and
- laboratory work.
Assessment
The course is examined as follows:
- on-campus examination and
- assignment
Examiner
The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course.
We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course,
your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course.
Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course.
Course reports are displayed for the three most recent course instances.
Study counsellors
Visiting hoursPlease contact us via email if you want to book a meeting. We are available on Campus in Kista and via Zoom.
Phone hoursThursday 12.30–2 pm
Irregular office hoursFirst phone hours for spring 2026: Thursday 15 January
