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About the Course

According to a recent IBM report, cyberattacks have surged 71%! This alarming statistic highlights a huge demand for cybersecurity professionals. This IBM course will introduce you to fundamental cybersecurity concepts, threats, and preventive measures to start your cybersecurity journey. In this course, you’ll explore the evolution of cybersecurity and discover the critical thinking model. You’ll also cover threat actors, malware, ransomware, and defenses against social engineering. Additionally, you’ll learn about internet security threats and security controls. You’ll explore the fundamentals of identity and access management (IAM), authentication, and access control. You’ll also look at the physical threats organizations encounter and consider effective security measures. Throughout, you’ll build practical knowledge through hands-on labs and gain technical expertise through insights from industry experts. Your final project will enable you to effectively demonstrate your understanding of cybersecurity principles. This course is for anyone who wants a basic understanding of cybersecurity and is part of a series designed to help you start a career as a Cybersecurity Analyst....

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NA

Apr 1, 2024

"Thrilled to complete my first course in Cybersecurity - a perfect blend of tools and tactics. Insightful, engaging, and foundational. Highly recommend to anyone starting their cybersecurity journey!"

MS

Jul 2, 2024

Thrilled to announce that I've completed the Cyber Security course on Coursera! Excited to apply this knowledge to protect and secure digital environments. #CyberSecurity #ContinuousLearning #Coursera

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By ONGOLU V P R

Jun 29, 2020

This course has given me overall view on cyber security,principles,attacks,

i recommend this course if you are entering or interested in cyber security

By PRITAM R

May 3, 2020

Nice to learn such vast topic with each sub topics equally important to Cyber security world.

Enjoyed a lot to go through such a detailed introduction.

By Kedisha J

Sep 16, 2023

Brilliant course very modern taught lessons. Presenters are clear and concise. the information provided is relevant and up to date. Highly recommend.

By Christopher C

Aug 25, 2022

The tutors were great and the exmples are easy to understand. I have just one little concern, they should make the diagrams more visible. Thank you!

By Mikha R

Aug 11, 2022

For the critics, you can update the picture so it will looks more vividly because some it are blurred. Thank you IBM for this occasion experiencee!!

By Raja A I

Oct 17, 2020

This is so excite me as a junior to Cyber Security and I really wish to go further. It's an amazing topics and carrier to pick for my future. Thanks!

By Sarang J

Jun 19, 2020

It Increase the knowledge related to cyber security and help to guide the student and other peoples to take precaution while using electronic gadgets

By Yiatmen A

Apr 5, 2024

One of the best classes I took helped me advance, gave me extensive knowledge about cyber security, and motivated me to pursue a career in the area.

By ADEWALE A W

Apr 28, 2022

It was a very good course to start with in CyberSecurity and i encourage anyone who is willing to start in cyber security to get this course. thanks

By Hangwani E M

Nov 24, 2021

Very informative and eye opening. It gives me a good background on what Cyber Security is all about and why certain things are done in a certain way

By Arfat A

May 25, 2020

It's an amazing experience with this course.

I'd learned a lot about cybersecurity tools & it's attacks.

As a beginner all should have to try this!!

By Sean C

May 22, 2022

This course presented alot of information, some of which ive never heard of but the course was very informative and kept me motivated to continue.

By JAMES A

Dec 30, 2021

This course is very accommodating well, and I recommend it to every beginner like myself who wants to get more in-depth knowledge in cybersecurity.

By vital r M

Apr 13, 2021

It helped me to gain some basic knowledge within cyber security field. The quizzes are definitely helpful to test your knowledge within each topic.

By George M

Mar 10, 2021

Very good introduction!

There is a lot more material than what I would anticipate in an introductory course that is part of a larger specialization.

By William C

Jun 4, 2020

This course helped me understand the basics. I know I can't listen to an in-depth conversation, but I can at least know what they are referring to.

By Ahmed I A E W H

Mar 28, 2023

Great Introduction to Cybersecurity. Would prefer if they could add a lab(Virtual Online Lab) where I can practice what was learned in the course.

By Camilo C S

Sep 15, 2022

Curso muito bem apresentado, temas muito atuais. Apreciei muito a metodologia. A unica critica que tenho são as qualidades dos audios e legendas.

By ASSOUE M

May 17, 2022

A very good course, really interesting for people like me who already have experience and are looking for a certificate to strengthen their resume

By Jesus C

Jun 25, 2021

Introduction to Cybersecurity Tools & Cyber Attacks provides appropriate number of Cybersecurity resources and relevant information in the course.

By David C

Sep 2, 2021

I feel the course was informative and for a beginner it will help people . Instructors were clear and understanding I really enjoyed the course.

By Tere Y

May 29, 2022

This course is a great learning path to understanding the overall concept of CyberSecurity Tools and Cyber Attacks. Thank you Coursera and IBM,

By Teron E N B

Apr 16, 2021

Lots of useful information in this course was able to incorparate it instantly into my daily routine and develop a good sense of Cybersecurity.

By wondwossen a

Dec 25, 2020

Enjoyed every minute of the course, awesome presentation, knowledgeable approach with an excellent pace. Looking forward to the next challenge.

By Abhishek K

Apr 29, 2022

Basic information for beginners about cyber security is well explained. Overview of importance for security of data & information is provided.