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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

SM

Feb 28, 2024

I loved the whole experience beginning to end. I came in already having a BA from state university. Well organized, well produced, and combined with note-taking this course is a no-brainer. Go for it!

OA

Jun 30, 2023

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 Tejal S

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Oct 23, 2019

Very detailed and well constructive self-paced course.

By Damilola I

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Oct 16, 2019

Been a great introduction to the world of IT Security.

By Suzanne B

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Sep 19, 2019

Great course for learning how to protect your network!

By Luis F L J

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Sep 13, 2019

Amazing,

The instructor is a good teacher i learn a lot

By Guadalupe F

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Feb 21, 2019

Issues with the labs and scoring but very cool course.

By OLATUNDE, S O

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Nov 28, 2018

Is great leaning about the in and out of IT security..

By Soloria

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Sep 19, 2018

I enjoyed the flow of the information being delivered.

By James H C T

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Sep 17, 2024

I've learned a lot in this course. Thank you so much.

By Ada V M

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Jul 29, 2024

I would like to have more Qwicklabs to practice more.

By John C

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Mar 30, 2024

This course will open your IT security consciousness!

By James P

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Mar 27, 2024

Great introduction into the world of stopping Hackers

By Jaayis M

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Feb 16, 2024

Most suitable for who pursue career in Cyber Security

By Martin M

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Nov 30, 2023

One of the most essential part of being an IT Support

By Gary S

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Sep 2, 2023

excellently excuted. the concepts were easy to grasp.

By James N

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Aug 25, 2023

Great program with just the right amount of coverage.

By Kimberly A R

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Jul 21, 2023

Very good and informative course on malware and such.

By Ahmed a

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Apr 27, 2023

This the best course I have taken in coursera so far.

By Javier A V

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Jan 2, 2023

excelent, well details and great hands on to practice

By Syed S

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Oct 13, 2022

Wonderful to know all new things, learn new tech...

By Mathew W S

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May 2, 2022

Tough on for me to finish... But i am Happy i made it

By Raden M R W P K A

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Dec 21, 2021

Such a great course and pretty comprehensive material

By Keoma G

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May 1, 2021

Probably the single most best certificate on the site

By Mauro S

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Apr 14, 2021

muy buen curso si estas enfocado al area de seguridad

By María B T T

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Dec 26, 2020

Curso muy bueno para seguir aprendiendo y superándote

By Gopi S

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Dec 23, 2020

Great Time to Feed your Mind for Strong Cybersecurity