User Perceptions of Security Technologies

Douglas M. Kline, Ling He and Ulku Yaylacicegi
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Douglas M. Kline: University of North Carolina Wilmington, USA
Ling He: Saginaw Valley State University, USA
Ulku Yaylacicegi: University of North Carolina Wilmington, USA

International Journal of Information Security and Privacy (IJISP), 2011, vol. 5, issue 2, 1-12

Abstract: In this paper, user perceptions of information systems security are explored through a study of university students. Server authentication, which is often ignored by users, clouded by system administrators, and exploited by hackers, is explored in detail, as it significantly affects usability and requires user knowledge and participation. The study also investigates the respondents’ consistency, gender differences, and assessment of their own knowledge. Although users appear knowledgeable about security technologies, they rely more on peer opinion and reputation of web sites when making security decisions.

Date: 2011
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