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CYS 508 Cloud Security and Virtualization: Reading list

CYS 508 Cloud Security and Virtualization


Department: MSc Cybersecurity Science and Applications

Module Description: The course aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of cloud security and virtualization concepts. It covers security challenges in cloud computing, security architecture in cloud computing, security models, and security best practices. Students will also learn about virtualization concepts and techniques, virtualization platforms, and how to secure virtualized environments.


Module texts

  • Mather, T., Kumaraswamy, S. & Latif, S. (2009). Cloud security and privacy: an enterprise perspective on risks and compliance. O'Reilly Media. Purchase eBook

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