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Article: Computer security in the introductory business information systems course: an exploratory study of textbook coverage.
- Article from:
- Journal of Education for Business
- Article date:
- September 1, 2005
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ABSTRACT. The authors conducted an evaluation of Management Information Systems (MIS) textbooks and found that computer security receives very little in-depth coverage. The textbooks provide, at best, superficial treatment of security issues. The research results suggest that MIS faculty need to provide material to supplement the textbook to provide adequate coverage of this important and timely issue.
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