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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....

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An absolutely engaging and challenging feat that I am so proud to have completed. I hope this opens new door and better job opportunities so that I can better enhance my future. Thank you Google

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Great course for beginners and experts. Easy to understand and a good refresher for those who have been into IT for a long date. Recommend it to everyone looking for a high quality course on coursera.

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By Mike B

Apr 28, 2020

Great Course that covered a variety of security topics, tools, and "how to" items as well. I would recommend this course to anyone that is looking to get into IT and/or Cybersecurity!

By REDOUANE S

Jun 21, 2023

i aam So happy thathanks a lot for coursera and google because it s help me to with financial aid to take this courses free

thank you so much, for all skills that i token with your

By Sergio H A

Jun 17, 2023

I could understand many things from other way to explain all of the content of this course, I think that it coul be helpful from now, work at areas related to the items treated here.

By Manjinder S

Dec 6, 2021

it was really a great journey with Google, I never knew, could make it so far. This course was a bit lengthy and complex, interesting to know about concepts behind computer security.

By Ken D

Sep 18, 2021

In a nutshell it identifies the most common security attacks and risks, it also makes you understand how security revolves around the CIA principle; very effective in their approach.

By Eugenio P

Aug 12, 2021

Amazing. The course is full of high valued information. And it makes you gain a lot of perspective in how complex the Internet is indeed. And how important is cybersecurity nowadays.

By JinTing W

Apr 24, 2020

Thank you so much to all the Google instructors that have helped me understand so much about IT support. I feel more confident and understand more than I had coming into this course.

By Manuel P "

Dec 6, 2019

Awesome. Just awesome!!! I have learned so much, and IT Security is just up my alley with all of my previous security experience. Now I will take those skills into the digital realm.

By Paul L

Mar 21, 2021

I loved this course. There's so much information that at times I felt overwhelmed. I rewatched several videos. I have a lot of confidence and awareness of proper security practices.

By Tejaswini M

Jul 18, 2020

It was in depth concept and was very useful. I finally gained a basic knowledge of IT Security.

Many Thanks to the Instructor for providing a valuable knowledge about the the course.

By Deleted A

Apr 17, 2021

IT security is the most prominent in all terms concepts so it needs good source of information for both user and company along with a best instructor to deliver which it contains .

By John B

Feb 23, 2019

Excellent course. Some of the material here will be to complicated for many beginners. If you're one of those, please take your time and ask questions to include Zendesk support.

By Kala B

Sep 19, 2018

I am glad I took this course and have learned so much. I totally recommend. Now I am just waiting for the next step to find a job in a great workplace where I can apply my skills.

By Robert S

Nov 26, 2022

I enjoyed the course and know it was very full of useful information. I also realize it will be up to me to continue learning and reviewing the many details covered in the course.

By Vikram T

Oct 9, 2022

Great course for learning about IT(Information Security) from Google Career Certificates. Thank you Coursera and Google Career Certificates for this amaing learning oppportunity.

By Johnner

Apr 27, 2021

This is the final course, but I am sure that I will return to complete the basic knowledge that I need. I want to work in science and technology. And I plan to go to the stars. =)

By Lennard W

Feb 18, 2020

An excellent comprehensive exploration into defending network topologies and the aspects of infrastructure that provide connectivity, transactional, and communication convenience.

By Gaurav T

Oct 24, 2018

Great learning experience! Its explained and planned very professionally, with lot of humor in between , highly recommended for learners who want to explore career in IT security.

By srikanth

Oct 9, 2023

This course helped me to learn a lot about Information Technology and how to get a job. As I am a recent graduate, this course brushed my knowledge on IT. Thanks for this course.

By Rodolfo Y

Nov 11, 2021

With Coursera completing courses it will take me to the IT Security Industry, I'm looking forward to be in the field to become a expert. Thank you Coursera..... ! never stop...

By Herold S

Sep 10, 2019

Overall this course was very challenging and helpful, because I've learned a lot about the IT security world. Big Thank you to all the instructors who made this course a success.

By Ghislain F M

Sep 28, 2020

The most important and consequential course of the specialization! Hope I have lifetime access to the material, as I'm sure to be going back to refresh and deepen my knowledge.

By Abhijit A B

Jul 26, 2020

Appreciate the way some of the very complex concepts have been simplified . It covers the complete array of topics. And finally the hands on qwiklab exercies have been helpful.

By Frank B

May 21, 2020

I love the broad perspective of IT that this course has given me; I know that the rest is left to me and that it is only the beginning of a wonderful journey!

Thank you, Google!

By Ryan M

Jun 16, 2024

Very informative and comprehensive, and a little overwhelming. Lots of information to consider when dealing with network security, and lots of tools to help navigate the maze!