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About the Course

With this beginner friendly course, learn fundamental Cybersecurity skills that are crucial for anyone using computing devices and connecting to the Internet. You will first learn to recognize common security threats and risks that individuals and organizations may face, such as theft, tampering, and destruction of sensitive information. You鈥檒l then discover the characteristics of cyber-attacks and learn how you can employ best practices to guard against them. Next, you鈥檒l learn about the best practices against cyberattacks. These include using strong passwords, good password management, and multi-factor authentication. You鈥檒l learn ways in which you can strengthen your security plan with techniques like device hardening, encryption and more. You鈥檒l then learn about safe browsing practices. You鈥檒l gain an understanding of why you must practice safe browsing; to protect yourself against hackers, phishing, identity theft, security leaks, privacy issues and more. You鈥檒l also explore methods for securing and managing confidential information. Then, discover how to configure browsers to help reduce security breaches. Throughout this course you will complete many hands-on labs which will enhance your understanding of course material. At the end of this course, you will have the opportunity to complete a final project where you will demonstrate your proficiency in cybersecurity. Designed specifically for beginners and those who are interested in a Cybersecurity Specialist or Analyst roles as well as entry-level roles in Information Security (Infosec) engineering. This course dives into the world of cybersecurity to give you the critical skills employers need. It also supports the needs of technical and IT support roles, who can find themselves on the front lines of defense for cybersecurity issues....

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Dec 21, 2022

Kudos to the Team for such an Amazing class.i am eternally grateful and proud of myself for this noble privilege.. Thank you for the opportunity to learn and God bless you all. -George

Nov 4, 2022

I am very happy with the contents and also learned a lot in the field of cyber security. I will recommend this course to everyone who wants to start with cyber security.

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By Mihir C

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Aug 28, 2022

Thanks you 糖心vlog官网观看 For This Amazing course.. my entry-level knowledge regarding Cyber-Security field is understoodable, that option 10 minutes training of Cyber- analyst was most inrteresst part in the course.

By Tejaswini S

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Apr 30, 2023

The course was very nice and helped me learn lot many new things about cybersecurity. It taught me the necessary fundamentals and help gain new skills. It it beginner friendly and thanks for the course!

By INDRAWAN Y S

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Dec 15, 2024

Introduction to cybersecurity can give us knowledge basic about how we can protect our confidential information personal and also customers information

By Abdulkarim S A

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Feb 20, 2024

this course is amazing , i learned many things about CYS and the threats , very recommended for very beginners and want to learn about cyber security

By Oluwabusayo J

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Apr 16, 2025

Excellent course. I knew nothing on Cybersecurity and it gave me a boost while teaching me the concepts with simplicity.

By SANCHEZ N S

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Mar 20, 2024

Buena Introducci贸n y visi贸n generalista de los aspectos m谩s relevantes en Ciberseguridad

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Nov 9, 2024

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By Sai I

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Dec 23, 2022

by this course i learned so much and it is a great experience learning with coursera

By Patrick V

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Sep 23, 2022

Interesting module to strengthen knowledge in security and intellectual property.

By Siraj S

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Jan 27, 2023

This course is very helpful, and thnkyou coursera to give me this course in free

By R S (

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Jun 27, 2024

I believe that this course has brought me closer to achieving my primary goal.

By george g

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Feb 20, 2025

Good Pace, covered many topics, but didn't linger on any one specifically.

By Adwaithlal A

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Nov 17, 2022

superb course it helped me to gate a foundation strong in cyber security

By Sonu B

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Oct 14, 2022

learn basic theory about cybersecurity essentials which is very useful.

By Jennie D

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May 9, 2024

This course is comprehensive but manageable for the beginner's level.

By Clephas M

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Feb 23, 2024

It's very good for people without much IT knowledge. Very informative

By Noor H

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Oct 8, 2022

This course is brief. Need to implementation of Cyber Security Also

By NILOM D

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Mar 20, 2025

This is a good course to understand the basics of cybersecurity.

By Tchanari K

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Jul 8, 2022

The couse was interested, but I didn't get any certificated why?

By PHUONG V T

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Oct 18, 2023

Very useful course to have Cybersecurity fundamental knowledge

By Ryan N

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Feb 28, 2023

Very helpful for me to study and practice about Cybersecurity.

By Allie R

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Dec 12, 2024

I鈥檓 finding these courses. Comprehensive and well designed.

By Andy C

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Jun 17, 2022

Thourough coverage of Cybersecurity essentials. Great job!

By Ilyass B

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Feb 28, 2023

Excellente base de donn茅es pour perfectionner son travail

By Orlando A G R

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Mar 27, 2023

Excelente desarrollo de todos los temas. Recomendado!!!