This course introduces key concepts in IT security, system configuration, and data protection. It is designed for learners who want to build practical skills in securing systems and managing data in IT environments.

Essential Aspects of Software, Hardware, and Data Backup

Essential Aspects of Software, Hardware, and Data Backup
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Instructor: Microsoft
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What you'll learn
Implement secure software configurations and access control practices
Apply hardware security concepts including encryption and physical protection
Describe data storage, compression, and processing techniques
Develop effective data backup and recovery strategies
Skills you'll gain
- Category: Computer Hardware
- Category: Software Installation
- Category: Hardening
- Category: Data Security
- Category: Application Security
- Category: Data Management
- Category: Enterprise Security
- Category: Security Controls
- Category: Information Assurance
- Category: Infrastructure Security
- Category: Disaster Recovery
- Category: Authorization (Computing)
- Category: Data Storage
- Category: Endpoint Security
- Category: System Configuration
- Category: Identity and Access Management
- Category: Information Systems Security
- Category: Data Storage Technologies
Tools you'll learn
- Category: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
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Reviewed on Jul 26, 2024
There were some mistakes in quizzes, and also the material was mostly videos which is not much convenient, readings are better. but overall it was a good course
Reviewed on Nov 23, 2024
Really just reinforcing all that I have privately learned and worked with in the past very eventful very exciting.
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2025
It is a wonderful course, but I feel it lacks practical application; the how-tos on each topic.