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Introduction to Cybersecurity Essentials

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About Introduction to Cybersecurity Essentials

Learn new concepts from industry experts

Gain a foundational understanding of a subject or tool

Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects

Earn a shareable career certificate

What You Will Learn?

  • Recognize the importance of data security, maintaining data integrity, and confidentiality.
  • Demonstrate the installation of software updates and patches.
  • Identify preferred practices for authentication, encryption, and device security.
  • Discuss types of security threats, breaches, malware, social engineering, and other attack vectors.