Security and software for cybercafes: call for chapters
as seen on ciresearchers:
CALL FOR CHAPTERS
Proposals Submission Deadline: 10/1/2006
Full Chapters Due: 1/31/2007
Security and Software for Cybercafes
A book edited by Dr. Esharenana E. Adomi, Delta State University, Abraka, Nigeria
Introduction
Cybercafes, which are places where Internet access is provided for a fee, provide the opportunity for people without access to the Internet, or who are traveling, to access web mail and instant messages, read newspapers and explore other resources of the Net. Due to the important role Internet cafes play in facilitating access to information, there is a need for their systems to have well-installed software in order to ensure smooth service delivery. A good understanding of security measures and software requirements is a sine qua non for efficient management of cybercafes.
The Overall Objective of the Book
In the field of information science, technology and management, there is dire need for an edited collection of articles in this area. The intent of the book is to provide relevant theoretical frameworks and current empirical research findings in the area. The book will be aimed toward professionals, scholars, researchers and teachers of information technology who want to improve their knowledge and understanding of security management and software requirements of cybercafes, both in industrialized and developing countries.
The Target Audience
The audience of the book will consist of professionals, scholars and researchers working in the field of information science, education, technology and management, as well as related disciplines. The text is also intended for all library and information sciences users. The book will particularly provide those working in cybercafes/cybercafe operators with insight into how to control the risks related to cybercafe networks.
Recommended topics includes, but are not limited to, the following:
# Cybercafe systems security
# Viruses and virus protection in cybercafes
# Network security devices
# Software requirements
# Cybercafe management software
# Information and security policies
# Cyber laws and cybercafes
# Government control of cybercafes
# Research in cybercafe security and software
# Cybercafes cybercrime, detection and prevention
# Case study on any of the topics
SUBMISSION PROCEDURE
Researchers and professionals are invited to submit on or before October 1, 2006 a 2-5 page manuscript proposal clearly explaining the mission and concerns of the proposed chapter. Authors of accepted proposals will be notified by November 1, 2006 about the status of their proposals and sent chapter organizational guidelines. Full chapters are expected to be submitted by January 31, 2007. All submitted chapters, will be reviewed on a double-blind review basis. The book is scheduled to be published by Idea Group, Inc., www.idea-group.com, publisher of the Idea Group Publishing, Information Science Publishing, IRM Press, CyberTech Publishing and Idea Group Reference imprints.
Inquiries and submissions can be forwarded electronically (Word document) or by mail to:
Dr. Esharenana E. Adomi
Department of Library and Information Science
Delta State University
Abraka, Nigeria
Tel: +234 802 (0) 842 9087
E-mail: esharenana.adomi@gmail.com
(add this to the "information security" category)


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