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About the Course

This course covers a wide variety of IT security concepts, tools, and best practices. It introduces threats and attacks and the many ways they can show up. We’ll give you some background of encryption algorithms and how they’re used to safeguard data. Then, we’ll dive into the three As of information security: authentication, authorization, and accounting. We’ll also cover network security solutions, ranging from firewalls to Wifi encryption options. The course is rounded out by putting all these elements together into a multi-layered, in-depth security architecture, followed by recommendations on how to integrate a culture of security into your organization or team. At the end of this course, you’ll understand: ● how various encryption algorithms and techniques work as well as their benefits and limitations. ● various authentication systems and types. ● the difference between authentication and authorization. ● how to evaluate potential risks and recommend ways to reduce risk. ● best practices for securing a network. ● how to help others to grasp security concepts and protect themselves. ● new AI skills from Google experts to help complete IT tasks....

Top reviews

DM

Aug 13, 2023

Course was very knowledgeable and worth taking. I feel like the training wouldn't be complete if I didn't know about security and how important it is not just for me but for everyone using technology!

DT

Aug 16, 2023

A very comprehensive look at IT Security. I've learned everything from encryption and decryption to whitelisting, and how it pertains to real-world scenarios. Very useful to learn when it comes to IT.

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By Farooq I

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Jun 15, 2024

I liked that course because gave me knowledge about IT Security.

By Aamer M

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Jan 13, 2023

A very good course covering all fields of computers and systems.

By Muhammad S H

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Sep 29, 2021

Excellent Professional certificate that every IT candidate need

By Hemraj R

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May 29, 2021

I could keep taking class forever with these amazing instructors

By Kevin C

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Mar 15, 2021

Good course, Google always have something good in their courses.

By Victor B

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Oct 12, 2020

Very interesting but a few mistakes and exam chronology problems

By Shahadul I

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Sep 26, 2020

Awesome experience.Love it.Finally Ended up the Pro certificate.

By Kamana D

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Oct 28, 2018

Very good course, I would recommend this to all it professional.

By Aurel D D

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Jul 26, 2018

Awesome course, learned a lot about security and best practices!

By Cherima S M

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Aug 7, 2024

Great experience! Very challenging but I'm glad I completed it!

By Corey B

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Mar 14, 2024

Enjoyed doing all the labs and the hands on experience was key!

By Rohini N

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Dec 14, 2023

Best Online Course for whoever wants to learn about IT Industry

By zakariya b

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Nov 17, 2023

thank you very much for this amazing journey it helped me a lot

By IQBAL S

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Jul 11, 2022

Perfect I have ever seen, Thank you so much Coursera and Google

By Ayana R

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May 27, 2022

This course was very informative and just right for a beginner.

By Dr.S. B M

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Mar 18, 2021

Excellent material and teaching. Interested practical sessions.

By Arlita S

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Dec 15, 2020

Excellent course. A lot of good information about IT Security.

By Rolando D N

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Oct 22, 2020

Excelente curso, necesario en estos tiempos y muy recomendable.

By Angu P N

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Oct 1, 2020

very very interesting, i have learned so so much in this course

By Francisco C

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Sep 14, 2020

Great information throughout the course in all the areas of IT.

By Katengwa J

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Feb 29, 2020

peu technique mais très riche en infos et astuces sans pratique

By Prof. L M S

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Feb 12, 2020

Wonderful course to find a serious job opportunity worldwidely.

By Ravi s

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Nov 13, 2019

i really enjoy and sure that will improve for finding a new job

By Joseph L M

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May 7, 2018

I was familiar with the material and this was a great refresher

By Gideon T K

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Feb 23, 2024

One of the best course ever. Very comprehensive and wholesome.