Economics of Information Security

Description

Economics of Information Security applies economics not to generate breakthroughs in theoretical economics, but rather breakthroughs in understanding the problems of security. Security, privacy and trusted computing are examined distinctly, using the tools of economics, and as elements of a larger dynamic system. Economics of Information Security is designed for researchers and managers struggling to understand the risks in organizations dependent on secure networks. This book is also suitable for students in computer science, policy and management.


Contents:

System Reliability and Free Riding
Pricing Security
Cryptography and Competition Policy
How much is stronger DRM worth?
Trusted Computing, Peer-To-Peer Distribution
Economics of IT Security Management
Evaluating Damages Caused by Information Systems Security Incidents
The Economic Consequences of Sharing Security Information
The Economics of Information Security Investment
What Price Privacy?
Why We Can't Be Bothered to Read Privacy policies
Improving Information Flow int he Information Security Market
Privacy Attitudes and Privacy Behavior
Privacy and Security of Personal Information
Privacy, Economics, and Price Discrimination on the Internet
We Want Security but We Hate It
Security and Lock-In
How and Why More Secure Technologies Suceed In Legacy Markets
Cognitive Hacking
Eva;uating Security Systems