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About the Course

This is the first course in the Google Cybersecurity Certificate. These courses will equip you with the skills you need to prepare for an entry-level cybersecurity job. In this course, you will be introduced to the world of cybersecurity through an interactive curriculum developed by Google. You will identify significant events that led to the development of the cybersecurity field, explain the importance of cybersecurity in today's business operations, and explore the job responsibilities and skills of an entry-level cybersecurity analyst. Google employees who currently work in cybersecurity will guide you through videos, provide hands-on activities and examples that simulate common cybersecurity tasks, and help you build your skills to prepare for jobs. Learners who complete the eight courses in the Google Cybersecurity Certificate will be equipped to apply for entry-level cybersecurity roles. No previous experience is necessary. By the end of this course, you will: - Identify how security attacks impact business operations. - Explore the job responsibilities and core skills of an entry-level cybersecurity analyst. - Recognize how past and present attacks on organizations led to the development of the cybersecurity field. - Learn the CISSP eight security domains. - Identify security domains, frameworks, and controls. - Explain security ethics. - Recognize common tools used by cybersecurity analysts....

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Great introduction into the remaining courses. I love that there are different learning methods, ie, audio and reading and that there are quizzes at the end of each to help you digest the information.

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The Foundation of Cybersecurity is a fundamental course, it is for interested people who want to get into the field of cybersecurity, and beginners who need help figuring out where to start from.

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By Gary F

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Sep 20, 2023

A great introduction to cybersecurity. Filled with quizzes and helpful flashcards as well as glossary's so you understand all the concepts and terms.

By Steve A S C

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Sep 9, 2023

Good course. Hopefully I will pass the compTIA Security+ certification exam and I will be on my way to becoming an entry-level Cybersecurity Analyst.

By Nathaniel H

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Aug 23, 2023

Excellent course! With the right balance of videos, activities and reading material. Very eye opening content that is addictive once you get started.

By Jesus V

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Jun 28, 2023

I got hooked with all the material covered in this course. I gain so much knowledge overall the layout is astonishing perfect for beginners like me.

By Kristy

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Jun 16, 2023

I really enjoyed this course. It teaches the basic foundations of cybersecurity. The videos and assignments are short which helped me pay attention.

By Christopher L

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Sep 20, 2024

Great course! I am amazed with the amount of information I learned, the confidence I gained, and the motivation to jump into a cybersecurity career.

By Keoni K

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Sep 18, 2024

This course makes it very easy to get a basic understanding of cybersecurity and the things one may need to know to begin the journey into the field

By Nwoba W

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Feb 17, 2024

This course is delivered in a way that it gives everyone a perfect understanding and courage to continues going forward in the cybersecurity career.

By Kyle P

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Aug 18, 2023

I have just started my path to a career in cybersecurity, this first course does an excellent job on introducing the basics, Very clear and forward.

By Geir M

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Jul 18, 2023

Great (and soft beginning), it is true, no experience in the IT field or any technical knowledge about Cybersecurity is needed for the first course.

By Clay C

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Jun 10, 2023

Excellent course. The layout was not overwhelming or intimidating. They broke it down into sections that made you feel like you could accomplish it.

By Christina C

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Jun 8, 2023

This course was great and informative for a beginner. I will definitely recommend the google cybersecurity course and continue learning in coursera.

By Amr

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Apr 1, 2024

Besides the valuable course materials that enhance my knowledge, I am impressed by the most professional learning approach I have ever encountered.

By Henry L

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Feb 20, 2024

This course is beyond just reading and passing the exams. It is designed to prepare candidates for real - world application of the concept learned.

By Daniel G

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Oct 7, 2023

Very well for who is starting or thinking start in security area and for who is already working in security it is really good to enforce knowledge.

By Olutayo O B

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Aug 23, 2023

This is one of the courses that i will see delivered with high levele of simplicity with the goal of having the learneres understand it ultimately!

By Demetrius C

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Aug 1, 2023

I was surprised how good this course was and how easy it was to understand. This is a great course, and I will be continuing the courses more now.

By Sohan B

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Jul 13, 2023

This is my first accomplishment toward becoming a Cyber Security Analyst! I love the mentors over there at Google and their techniques in teaching!

By Elvie M

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Jul 6, 2023

Very much recommended for a beginner like me that have interest in cybersecurity as my next profession. I've learned a lot on every weekly lessons.

By Tyler E

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Jan 19, 2024

Overall, it was an excellent course. My only critique would be to include more supplementary content aside from the videos and occasional VM task.

By Cleran H P

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Jan 1, 2024

I greatly appreciate this course. Overall, it helps in my learning journey towards my soon-to-be realized status as a cybersecurity professional!

By James L F

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Aug 23, 2023

This course is easy to follow and just enough to learn something and to stay interested. Im only in the beginning, but so far its a 5 star course.

By Mohamed K J

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Aug 13, 2023

Like anything foundational, it can seem tedious but this course does it's best to keep your attention and help you learn in a more productive way.

By enigmayah

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Jul 23, 2023

A Great Experience! Thanks a lot, Google and Coursera for helping me financially. This is my first course on Coursera. Once again, thanks a lot!!

By Daniel S

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Jun 15, 2023

Awesome!! lot's of stuff to learn and information to soak in. Huge thumbs up to Toni and her videos and being very detailed along with the course.