Academic Resources

The various UAF libraries maintain a collection of more than 2 million volumes, making it the largest library in Alaska. As part of this collection, there is a large collection of resources, such as journals and texts, related to the information assurance and computer security field.

• Journals - The UAF libraries have extensive journal archives, which can be accessed by subject, title, or custom search. Some of the subjects most relevant to ASSERT are Mathematics and Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, and Law.

• Texts - ASSERT and the UAF libraries have many texts related to computer security and information assurance. The ASSERT Center collection is housed in Chapman 206, while the Rasmuson Library holds a larger collection, which can be searched online. In addition, there are many texts relevant to ASSERT work available through Safari Tech Books Online.

• Online Databases - There are many online databases containing material relevant to ASSERT work which can be accessed by subject through the UAF library system. Some of the subjects most relevant to ASSERT are Computer Science (including the ACM Digital Library and IEEE Explore), Mathematics, Engineering, and Law.

• External Archives - There are many external archives of information related to ASSERT, including the NIST History of Computer Security Archive, and the government document archive at the National Information Assurance Training and Education Center (NIATEC). NIATEC also hosts an Information Assurance Dictionary.

If you are aware of a useful information assurance or computer security related resource, such as a text, journal, or online archive, which we do not currently have available please let us know.