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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!

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 Alejandro E G D

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Jun 2, 2022

covering all subjects, thank you

By Andi L

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Oct 5, 2021

i have a learn a alot IT Security

By Taibat S

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May 9, 2021

It's an awesome experience for me

By Soufiane F V

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Mar 17, 2021

Awesome !!! Thanks for the lesson

By Md. A A M

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Feb 18, 2021

Great course. Highly recommended.

By Emmanuel A m

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Dec 26, 2020

it was fun and a big step for me.

By Seidu M

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Dec 7, 2020

Great course and great experience

By Rochan M

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Nov 29, 2020

Well designed course by Google !!

By Titanius A

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Oct 14, 2020

Very interesting and informative.

By Gaurang P

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Aug 31, 2020

Really great course for begineer.

By Artur I

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Jun 3, 2020

very interesting and knowledgable

By Azeb T

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Dec 10, 2019

It is very important course ever!

By Francisco M

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Aug 20, 2019

I thought this was a great class.

By Adeola I

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Apr 2, 2019

Really informational and engaging

By nitya s

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Mar 29, 2019

very interesting and great course

By Gabriel C

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Mar 25, 2019

Awesome course. Very informative.

By Ilia M

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Oct 14, 2024

Thank you a lot for this course!

By Paul A

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Aug 24, 2024

It's not easy but it's worth it!

By Valentina J

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Feb 19, 2024

muy completo, preciso, dinamico!

By Leah B

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Dec 15, 2023

Had a great learning experience.

By Khalilah J

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Dec 6, 2023

amazing and fun learning process

By Butuc M

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Nov 27, 2023

Excellent I loved this training!

By Aaddarsh P

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Aug 19, 2023

It was great to learn new things

By Brant B

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Sep 19, 2022

I learned alot from this course

By Dave C J

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Jun 28, 2022

so happy to complete this course