New York University
Introduction to Cyber Security Specialization
New York University

Introduction to Cyber Security Specialization

Cyber Security. An introduction to modern information and system protection technology and methods.

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4.7

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Beginner level

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2 months
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

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  • Summarize the main purpose of cyber security as a discipline

  • Summarize the basics of identification and authentication in cyber security

  • Explain the pros and cons of security through obscurity

  • Develop a lifelong learning plan for potential careers in cyber security

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