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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!

PK

Apr 9, 2022

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 Charles S

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Apr 23, 2020

Excellent course with a lot of very detailed and relevant information.

By Ehere A

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Jul 18, 2019

This course has enabled me acquired more knowledge about IT security !

By Kyle A H

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Oct 26, 2018

Awesome Course learned a lot of new material to add to my IT tool box!

By Jarvis Y

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Sep 5, 2018

A lot of great information and the final project was very challenging.

By H T G

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Jul 23, 2018

The teacher was very engaging and interesting! I enjoyed it very much.

By Peter O

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Sep 3, 2023

Helps to understand the security risk and how to defend against them.

By VIKASH K L

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Sep 26, 2022

A lot of things you will learn in this course about IT and Security.

By lavender r

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Aug 31, 2021

Quite informative and up to date reflecting modern security concerns.

By Yashoda D S J

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Feb 7, 2021

I'm very satisfied about this course,course content and all lectures.

By Rendulph N

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Jan 19, 2021

I REALLY SUGGEST THIS PROGRAM FOR EACH AND EVERYONE FOR THE KNOWLEDGE

By Laura G A H

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Oct 1, 2020

Excellent course, I would like you to go deeper into network security

By WEERASINGHEGE G C P W

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Sep 27, 2020

I learned lots of lots new things through this course. Thanks google.

By RG7

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Jul 2, 2020

It's very informative, now im very well prepare towards my new career

By Abebe, Dereje

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May 17, 2020

it was a great addition to the whole Google IT support certification.

By Alexandra A

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May 4, 2020

Wow. I didnt think I could do this but I am so glad I did! Thank you!

By Sanan G

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Apr 3, 2020

Last modules were great however the course lacked practical guidance!

By Kegan R W

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Nov 2, 2018

Just completed the coarse and I cant wait to get into a career in IT!

By Balakrishna

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May 27, 2018

Its a great Course and learned a lot, thank you coursera and googlers

By Mirwais M

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Mar 12, 2024

its such a great course and its really important for todays security

By Terrence M

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May 22, 2023

This course is awesome, helps for beginners and any level you're at.

By Deleted A

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Jan 1, 2023

Perfect high level course to prepare for an immersion in IT security

By Mabel P

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Nov 11, 2022

Gained so much knowledge from this course to continue my IT journey.

By Dhaval T

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Aug 20, 2022

Its very easy to grasp and understand, also too much knowledge rich.

By Joseph M

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Feb 28, 2021

Great Experience. I really enjoyed the course. I feel I learned alot

By Julian W

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Jul 22, 2020

This is exactly what I needed -- a comprehensive introduction to IT!