Introduction to Cybersecurity
This course introduces you to the essentials of cybersecurity, exploring current cyber trends, common threats, and strategies for staying safe online. You’ll learn how to protect both personal and organizational data in today’s highly interconnected world, where everyone is increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks.
Through practical insights and real-world examples, you will:
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Understand the impact of cybersecurity in daily life and the workplace
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Learn how to safeguard personal data, privacy, and social media accounts
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Build a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles and safe digital practices
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Discover why cybersecurity awareness is essential for all IT professionals
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Explore career opportunities and pathways in the growing field of cybersecurity
By the end of this course, you’ll have the knowledge and skills to protect yourself online, contribute to safer digital environments, and begin exploring future roles in cybersecurity.
What Will I Learn?
- By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Understand Cybersecurity Fundamentals
- Define key cybersecurity concepts (threats, vulnerabilities, risks, and attacks).
- Explain the importance of cybersecurity in personal, corporate, and global contexts.
- Identify Common Threats & Attacks
- Recognize types of cyber threats (malware, phishing, ransomware, DDoS, insider threats).
- Learn real-world examples of security breaches and their impact.
- Learn Core Security Principles
- Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability (CIA triad).
- Authentication, Authorization, and Accountability.
- Explore Security Technologies & Tools
- Firewalls, antivirus, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS).
- Basics of encryption and secure communication.
- Understand Network & System Security Basics
- Safe browsing and secure email practices.
- Network security fundamentals (Wi-Fi security, VPN, etc.).
- Develop Good Cyber Hygiene
- Strong password practices and multi-factor authentication (MFA).
- Data privacy, safe use of social media, and device protection.
- Introduction to Cybersecurity Careers
- Overview of cybersecurity roles (analyst, ethical hacker, security engineer).
- Certifications and pathways for future learning.
Course Content
Session 1: Introduction to Cybersecurity
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Why cybersecurity matters
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The CIA Triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability)
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Real-world case studies of cyber attacks
Session 2: Understanding Cyber Threats & Attacks
Session 3: Fundamentals of Network Security
About the instructor
12 Courses
0 students
Material Includes
- — 5 Modules and 7 practice labs
- — Interactive activities & quizzes
- — 1 Final exam
Requirements
- — ASC alignment required: no
- — Instructor training required: no
- — Physical equipment required: no
- — Discount availability: not
- applicable
Audience
- All employees across organisation
- should attend to keep business saf