Very Helpful and Up To Date

If you are just beginning Java this may be a little over your head. However, the concepts and sample applications are all relatively simple. The first chapter provides an excellent overview of why and how the Java crypto architecture works.

I do not regularly keep up with crypto news so some of the tips in this book have been helpful such as not to use SHA1 anymore. It it helpful when the book goes into potential attacks on code as well in order to provide the reader with ideas of the best approach to building secure architectures.

Prior to purchasing this book I had been trying to use several different online examples that did not go into enough depth. I would be willing to recommend this book to anyone trying to do crypto in Java.

Other Reviews

• Very Helpful and Up To Date
• a really useful one
• Great book by an expert on the subject
• Book needs update to J2SE 5.0
• Very hands-on