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William Stallings

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Dr. William Stallings is an American author. He has written textbooks on computer science topics such as operating systems, computer networks, computer organization, and cryptography. He also maintains a website titled Computer Science Student Resource. He has authored 17 titles, and counting revised editions, a total of over 40 books on various aspects of these subjects. In over 20 years in the field, he has been a technical contributor, technical manager, and an executive with several high-technology firms. Currently he is an independent consultant whose clients have included computer and networking manufacturers and customers, software development firms, and leading-edge government research institutions.[1]

Stallings received his B.S. in electrical engineering from University of Notre Dame and his PhD in computer science from Massachusetts Institute of Technology.[2]

He has received the award for the best Computer Science textbook of the year from the Text and Academic Authors Association three times.[3]

Books

  • Computer Organization and Architecture
  • Cryptography and Network Security: Principles and Practice
  • Data and Computer Communications
  • Operating Systems - Internals and Design Principles
  • Wireless Communications & Networks
  • Computer Security: Principles and Practice
  • Local and Metropolitan Area Networks
  • Network Security Essentials: Applications and Standards
  • Business Data Communications - Infrastructure, Networking and Security

References