Information security mainly studies the basic knowledge and technology of information system, information security and confidentiality, network security and so on. , and take various protective measures to protect information, networks, servers, etc. For example: the construction of computer firewall, the design of intrusion detection system, the detection and analysis of network virus, the research and development of anti-virus software, the monitoring and investigation of enterprise intranet, the mining and repair of software vulnerabilities, etc.
Information security major is an undergraduate major in colleges and universities, which belongs to computer major. The basic study period is four years, and the bachelor's degree in management or science or engineering is awarded. This major is an interdisciplinary subject of computer, communication, mathematics, physics, law and management, and mainly studies science and technology to ensure information security. Cultivate senior information security professionals who can engage in computer, communication, e-commerce, e-government and e-finance. Cultivate good morality and self-cultivation, abide by laws and regulations, have social and environmental awareness, master basic knowledge of mathematics and natural sciences, and basic theories, basic knowledge, basic skills and basic methods related to computing systems, have scientific thinking ability including computing thinking, and have the ability to design computing solutions and realize systems based on computing principles.