Introduction

Module 1 Overview

Module 1, Information Security Management Concepts, provides an overview of information assurance and security concepts, principles, and goals. Topics are divided into three main lessons, the first of which is available in this demonstration copy:

• Lesson 1: Assets. In this lesson, learners will explore the foundational ideas behind information assurance and security.
• Lesson 2: Concepts & Terms. (Not available in demonstration copy) In this lesson, learners define and explore the major information security terms and concepts necessary to establish an understanding of the practice.
• Lesson 3: Goals. (Not available in demonstration copy) In this lesson, learners examine the major goals of information assurance and security and put them into the context of the profession.

Navigating the Module

As you can see, the menu frame at the top of the page contains links to the major sections of each lesson. While this means that you can preview and review each lesson, the objectives, and the quiz, we recommend that you follow the sequence of the module by using the "previous" and "next" links at the bottom of each page. Be sure to listen to the audio accompaniment when you see the "Listen" icon (below). If you'd like, click the icon below to test your sound:

Exercises, Cases, and Reviews

Throughout each of the sections, you will find exercises, case studies, and reviews that are essential to the completion of the module. Each exercise and review will have directions for its completion; when needed, a help link will be provided at the bottom of each page for additional assistance. Case studies will be marked with the following icon:

Accessibility

This module is multimedia intensive and may not facilitate use of a screen reader or hand-held device. An alternative ADA Section 508 compliant text only site is available for individuals with accessibility needs.

Technical Requirements

The following technical requirements must be met in order to experience and complete the module:

• Browsers: Version 4.0 or higher of any graphical browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Opera, or Netscape Navigator.
• Plug-Ins: Streaming videos are in QuickTime format by default. However, links to counterparts in RealVideo are available below each video.
• Audio: This module uses the Macromedia Flash Player to deliver audio narration.

Once you are satisfied that your computer has met the above requirements, click the "next" link below to see the specific objectives for the module.