Term Presentation and Paper
I have two assignments due. First the term paper presentation to be done FIRST and the other is the actual term paper to be done AFTER. I have attached both assignments and the Outline/Annotated Bibliography
The presentation is due SEP 11, 2020
The term paper is due SEP 18, 2020
Security measures in windows, unix and mac os.
wHAT ARE SECURITY MEASURES
Explanation of security measures
Why security measures are important.
Why do these applications need security measures?
How do security measures help these applications?
Different types of security measures
Windows security measures
What security measures does Windows use.
A time lapse of the history of windows security measures
The first security measures Windows decided to use and why
The progress of security measures and what seemed to work for them
The progress of security measures and what seemed to work for them
Why security measures are so important for Windows
Unix Security measures
What security measures does Unix use.
A time lapse of the history of Unix security measures
The first security measures Unix decided to use and why
The progress of security measures and what seemed to work for them
Why security measures are so important for Unix
mac os security measures
What security measures does MacOS use.
A time lapse of the history of windows security measures
The first security measures MacOS decided to use and why
The progress of security measures and what seemed to work for them
Why security measures are so important for MacOS
conclusion
why security measures are important
comparisons between the three Windows, Unix and Mac OS
how security measures have increased they popularity and trust of these applications
Annotated Bibliography
Belding, Greg., (2020) Windows OS Security Brief History. Infosec skills.
https://resources.infosecinstitute.com/category/certifications-training/securing-windows-ten/windows-ten-security/windows-os-security-brief-history/#gref
Microsoft Windows operating system is possibly the most famous OS on earth, and it is ubiquitous in the business world. The Windows OS has also evolved since it’s the first appearance adding considerable security capabilities and features. This article will show a brief history of Windows OS security development and refinement since Windows 1.
Spafford, Eugene H., (1991) “Unix and Security: The Influences of History” Department of Computer Science Technical Reports. Paper 925.
https://docs.lib.purdue.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1924&context=cstech
This paper describes how the history and development of UNIX can be viewed as the source of the most serious problems. Some suggestions are made of approaches to help increase the security of your system, and of the UNIX community.
Long, Joshua., (2016) The Evolution of MacOS Security and Privacy Features. The Mac Security Blo.
https://www.intego.com/mac-security-blog/mac-os-x-security-features-timeline/
The article shows the timeline of MacOS, which clearly explains the application has been through as far as security measures and their evolution. These security measures and features date back to first release of Mac OS in 2005.
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TOPIC
Security measures in Windows, Unix and MacOS. I will discuss the differences between these applications, similarities. The different security measures of each, why it is important and how it each application has developed, improved and successfully functioned.
Term Paper PowerPoint Presentation ( week 6 )
Instructions: A PowerPoint presentation with a minimum of 10 slides outlining the following:
At a minimum include the following:
· Detailed description of the area researched
· Technology involved in the area
· Future trends in the area
· Example companies involved in the area
· Regulatory issues surrounding the area
· Global implications for the area
· References (minimum of 4)
TOPIC
Security measures in Windows, Unix and MacOS. I will discuss the differences between these applications, similarities. The different security measures of each, why it is important and how it each application has developed, improved and successfully functioned.
Term Paper (Week 8)
Instructions: You are required to write a 10-page research paper on a topic of your choosing, related to the course concepts. Your final draft is due at the end of Week 8.
Submission Instructions: Be sure your paper meets the following requirements:
You will be required to write one research paper this semester. The specifications are as follows:
1. 10 pages (double-spaced), excluding the title page, the abstract page (if included), and the references pages.
2. Choose any topic related to the course and write about the latest developments and issues.
3. Use at least five references outside of your textbook (you may use your textbook too, but are not required to).
4. In addition to the required number of pages for the assignment, you must also Include a reference page (bibliography), written in APA style, and a title page. Be sure to give all of your papers a descriptive title.
5. At Week 6 you will be working on a PowerPoint presentation highlighting the key points of the paper you are working on.
6. Use APA Style formatting in Arial 11 or 12-point font or Times New Roman styles.
7. Page margins Top, Bottom, Left Side and Right Side = 1 inch, with reasonable accommodation being made for special situations
8. Your paper must be in your own words, representing original work. Paraphrases of others’ work must include attributions to the authors. Limit quotations to an average of no more than 15% of the paper, and use quotations sparingly!