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Connections - Eisenhower and the Internet

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Explore the fascinating parallels between the Eisenhower Interstate System and the Internet in this 31-minute LASCON conference talk. Delve into the logistical challenges of moving vehicles across the country and discover how they relate to cybersecurity. Journey through early 20th century road-building projects, ARPANET, and the commercialization of the Internet to uncover valuable lessons for information security professionals. Examine the impact of these massive infrastructures on the world and gain insights into the future of the Information Superhighway. Learn about initial design requirements, internet working, and emerging security challenges while considering the potential development of a "Second Internet."

Syllabus

Intro
Eisenhower and the Internet
NCC
Office Locations
Security Problems
Information Superhighway
Autobahn
Interstate System
Car Culture
Trivia
Texas
Whats my point
DARPA
Initial Design Requirements
Internet Working
The Future
Security Challenges
The Second Internet
Conclusion

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LASCON

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