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Ch 2. Overview of Security on the MPE/iX Computer System [ Manager's Guide to MPE/iX Security ] MPE/iX 5.0 Documentation


Manager's Guide to MPE/iX Security

Chapter 2  Overview of Security on the MPE/iX Computer System 

Facilities for implementing security measures on HP 3000 Computers are
contained in the MPE/iX Fundamental Operating System (FOS). This chapter
describes the components of computer system security:

   *   Physical security - control of access to system components.

   *   Procedural security - establishment and control of security
       procedures.

   *   System security - control of system access using the security
       features provided by the MPE/iX operating system.

   *   Components of the Account Structure.

   *   Security policy.

   *   General security threats.

   *   Defense against security threats.



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