Trusted Computing Platforms: TCPA Technology in Context
by Siani Pearson, Boris Balacheff, Liqun Chen, David Plaquin, Graeme Proudler
Foreword
In less than twenty years, computers have evolved from central information processing systems to PCs on every desk and in every home that are connected to the Internet. Functionality and convenience of these systems have been progressing steadily. Mobility has now been added as an essential feature: we carry laptops, PDAs and cell phones and we are on-line everywhere. There is no doubt that this trend will continue towards ubiquitous intelligent devices.
In this context, we are witnessing a change of our society towards e-commerce, e-business and e-government and towards an increasing dependence on information systems. However, this development also brings new vulnerabilities and risks. While there are very few reliable statistics, all ...
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