The Absolute Beginners Guide to Cyber Security 2021 - Part 1
What you'll learn
- Understand the basic concepts and terminologies used in the information and cyber security fields
- Take up entry roles for IT and Cybersecurity Positions
- Differentiate between the various forms of malware and how they affect computers and networks
- Understand how hackers actually hack
Requirements
- You should know how to use a computer
- You should know how to use the internet
Description
** PART 1 OF THE CYBER SECURITY GUIDE FOR BEGINNERS SERIES **
** UPDATED MARCH 30TH 2021 WITH NEW LESSON ON PHISHING **
Have you ever wondered exactly how hackers 'hack'? Do words like firewalls, encryption, bio-metrics and malware sound confusing to you? Have you been looking for a course that teaches you all the basics of both information and cyber security in a fun relaxed manner? If so then you are going to find this course absolutely perfect for you.
This is a course that is perfect as an introductory one for individuals and students who are interested in becoming cyber security or information security professionals. It is also ideal for students who just want to have a well rounded knowledge about the basic concepts used in the world of information security.
Over 4000 happy students have enrolled in this best seller course which has an average rating of 4.5 due to stellar reviews.
'An expert with great teaching style: provided clear explanations and concise definitions. Topics were reinforced and made tangible using graphics and real life (or movie) examples. The quizzes helped me retain and feel confident about the material.' - E. Wolfe
"Great intro to Cyber Security. I currently work in IT and I'm considering transitioning to InfoSec. This course was very informative and it has me motivated to continue exploring and learning more about the field of Cyber Security and InfoSec. I am even going to recommend this to my wife who works in IT management as it would be very useful in helping her understand the different concepts. The instructor is good. Speaks clearly and provides good examples." - Chris Loyola
PERFECT FOR COMPLETE BEGINNERS
This course is intended primarily for students who have little to no prior background or knowledge about the field of cyber security.
Course Curriculum
In the very first section, we will cover the basic terminologies used and discuss topics like the trinity of IT security and computer protocols.
In section 2, we will explore the world of hackers and the hacking methodology. We will take a look at the different types of hackers and how they actually hack.
Section 3 will introduce you to the various ways how cyber criminals and hackers attack systems and networks. You will learn about the most popular forms of attacks such as
Phishing
Brute Force Attack
DoS & DDoS Attacks
Bots and Botnets
and much more
We will then move on to cover everything about malware. You will learn the various forms of malware such as viruses, worms and trojans and how they differ from one another.
In section 4, you will learn about the methods employed by cyber security professionals to protect systems and networks from cyber attacks. You will learn how the following work
Antivirus
Firewalls
Encryption
Biometrics
Authentication Methods
and much more
Finally we will cover and discuss about other topics related to both information and cyber security such as the BYOD policy and cyber warfare.
By the end of this course, you would have gained a lot of knowledge and insights that can help to jump start your career as an information security professional.
What are you waiting for??? Enroll in this best selling course today.
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Who this course is for:
- Students who want to learn the basics of computer and cyber security
- Students who want to become IT or Cyber Security Experts
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Course content
- Preview03:31
- Preview03:46
- 01:24Udemy Rating System - Very Important !!!
- Preview02:37
- Preview03:11The Trinity of IT Security - CIA
- 01:10Basic Terminologies
- 07:04Computer Protocols
- 00:32Cookies
- 03:32The TCP/IP
- 5 questionsSection Quiz
Instructor
- 4.6 Instructor Rating
- 29,808 Reviews
- 118,856 Students
- 25 Courses
My passion is teaching people through online courses in a fun and entertaining manner. I have been teaching online for about 3 years now and during this period, I have created over 25 different courses with more than 100,000 students registered worldwide.
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MORE ABOUT ALEX:
We all have one shot at life and as such, I believe in living life to the fullest. This means constantly stepping out of my comfort zone by visiting new places and trying out new things. My relative success on Udemy has given me both financial freedom and the ability to be location independent. I am currently travelling around the world spending about a month in one city (current location is Chiang Mai, Thailand) before moving on to the next.
My hobbies include watching movies, sports and playing chess. I am also a huge Dead by Daylight gamer.