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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!

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 Abd e K

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Dec 17, 2022

this course is very important to start in it support

By Naung Y O

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Feb 10, 2019

I can't even imagine how harder in the real world.

By Harrison H

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Nov 11, 2018

Peer-reviewed assignments will be the death of me

By S. " S

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Jun 29, 2022

One of my favorite courses, if not, my favorite.

By Faisal P

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Jun 13, 2024

gets a bit complicated around the halfway point

By Lee W

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Jul 16, 2020

Good overview of security for computer systems.

By Lexii P

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Aug 15, 2018

Make sure you check the discussion for week 6!

By Brian S

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Oct 22, 2021

Good course. A lot of information to process!

By Alejado N

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Oct 21, 2021

I enjoyed learning the basics of IT security.

By Ryan H

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Aug 25, 2024

The test are short but extremely hard to do.

By Pete F

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Aug 8, 2022

I would have liked more practice in the labs

By saleh m

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Mar 18, 2023

Is a great knowledge about security basics.

By Nadeem K S

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Jun 14, 2022

Very Informative and awosme learning tacks.

By Murlene F

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May 29, 2020

I had a few issues with the 3rd party labs.

By Jon S

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Nov 4, 2018

Very good course. Well-presented material.

By mohamedsafwt a

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Aug 19, 2021

A lot of theory and up-to-date knowledge.

By Ruth A

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May 24, 2018

This is a good course and well presented.

By Haim K

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Jul 2, 2020

I wish there would be more hands on labs

By FC C

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Feb 11, 2019

Very resourceful and challenging course!

By Edward A

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Sep 27, 2023

Very informative and easy to understand

By Ronnie P

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May 22, 2018

Great opportunity to learn IT Support!

By Ruben G

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Oct 2, 2023

I will add some more LAB exercises to

By Brijesh K

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May 15, 2022

It best for Implement of IT Securrity

By Andrew S

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Mar 24, 2021

I wish I had feedback on my responses

By Ismail C

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Feb 24, 2022

educational about defense in depth.