Digital Certificates: Applied Internet Security

Digital Certificates: Applied Internet Security by Jalal Feghhi, published by Addison-Wesley Professional on October 9, 1998, is a comprehensive resource that delves into the concept of digital certificates as a form of electronic identification. This edition, which includes a CD-ROM, spans 480 pages and is presented in English. The book explores how digital certificates are integral to various security-based products on the Internet, linking the identity of individuals or devices to public keys.

Readers will find a thorough guide that covers the open standard solutions developed by major companies such as Netscape, Microsoft, VISA, and IBM. The text discusses the protocols agreed upon by VISA and Mastercard for secure electronic transactions, emphasizing the critical role of digital certificates in ensuring data encryption and internet security measures. This book serves as a valuable reference for those interested in understanding the foundational aspects of computer security and the practical applications of digital certificates.