In this course you will explore information security through some introductory material and gain an appreciation of the scope and context around the subject. This includes a brief introduction to cryptography, security management and network and computer security that allows you to begin the journey into the study of information security and develop your appreciation of some key information security concepts.
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University of London
Royal Holloway, University of London
Information Security: Context and Introduction
University of London
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CybersecurityCryptographyInformation Security (INFOSEC)Security Management
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got a tangible career benefit from this course
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Beginner Level
Approx. 14 hours to complete
Suggested: 7 hours/week
English
Subtitles: English, Vietnamese, Arabic
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
2 hours to complete
Introduction to Information Security
2 hours to complete
4 videos (Total 17 min), 5 readings, 4 quizzes
4 videos
The CIA Triad: Confidentiality Integrity and Availability2m
A brief Introduction to the RMIAS model5m
An introduction to knowledge areas in Information Security5m
5 readings
An overview10m
Information Security - What's that?10m
It's not just IT10m
A more comprehensive security model10m
A brief introduction to cyber security knowledge areas10m
4 practice exercises
Information and security4m
Questions around the CIA Triad6m
Derived from the RMIAS8m
End of week test10m
3 hours to complete
Introduction to Cryptography
This module introduces cryptography, which provides a toolkit for implementing the core security services upon which all information security technologies are built.
3 hours to complete
8 videos (Total 45 min), 6 readings, 6 quizzes
8 videos
This video reviews the physical world security services that we need to replicate in cyberspace.6m
This video introduces the core information security services and tools provided by cryptography.5m
This video explains some core cryptographic concepts and introduces two different types of cryptography.8m
This video discusses potential points of weakness in any system using cryptography.6m
This video discusses how different types of cryptography are used in `real-world' applications.7m
This video explains why control of cryptography presents society with a dilemma.8m
Summary56s
6 readings
Everyday Cryptography 1.1.1 and 1.1.210m
Everyday Cryptography 1.310m
Everyday Cryptography 1.5.310m
Will superfast ‘quantum’ computers mean the end of unbreakable encryption?5m
Everyday Cryptography 5.1.1 and 5.1.210m
Cryptography Wars10m
6 practice exercises
Why cryptography?2m
The cryptographic toolkit2m
Algorithms and keys2m
Breaking cryptosystems2m
Use of cryptography2m
The cryptography dilemma2m
2 hours to complete
Network and Computer Security
Information being used by computers and being transmitted through a network is susceptible to many different threats. During this week's module, you will learn how the security of information can be put at risk and what we can do to mitigate these risks.
2 hours to complete
10 videos (Total 36 min), 1 reading, 9 quizzes
10 videos
Computer Networks and Information3m
Network Security Protocols4m
Threats3m
Network Security Systems3m
Kinds of data2m
Authentication and Authorisation3m
Access Control3m
System Vulnerabilities3m
System Security Tools3m
1 reading
Information and Networks10m
9 practice exercises
Threats and Information2m
Networks6m
Network Security Protocols4m
Threats4m
Network Security Systems4m
Kinds of Data10m
Authentication and Authorisation6m
Access Control4m
System Vulnerabilities2m
2 hours to complete
Security Management
2 hours to complete
8 videos (Total 27 min), 3 readings, 7 quizzes
8 videos
The ISO27000 Family4m
Security Policies2m
Security Controls3m
The Risk Management Process3m
Risk Assessment2m
Regulations and legal frameworks3m
Incident Management3m
3 readings
Chapter: Introduction to Information Security and ISO2700110m
Risk Management and Assessment10m
Laws affecting Information Security10m
7 practice exercises
ISO 2700112m
Security Policies4m
Security Controls4m
Risk Management4m
Risk Assessment4m
Law and Regulations2m
Incident Management4m
Reviews
4.6
TOP REVIEWS FROM INFORMATION SECURITY: CONTEXT AND INTRODUCTION
by HMJun 7, 2017
Excellent intro course. I'm giving 4 stars just because it tackle security mostly as an organizational/company issue and it doesn't explicitly include personal security/privacy into account.
by JNMay 27, 2018
This has been very informative. I am in the IT industry and this has served as a good reminder and has helped me understand some rationales behind some of the things I do on a daily basis.
by DDFeb 2, 2020
Good insights into concepts and methodologies involved in establishing a secure Information Management System based on the CIA model with Intrusion detection and prevention protocols.
by JKJun 9, 2017
This course was a great introduction to information security. It was not so difficult but so easy to learn. it made me understand fundamental languages of this field.
by DDMar 4, 2020
The course touches upon all the necessary topics that relates to the security aspects of the Information world. A good start to get into the world of cyber security.
by MTMay 2, 2018
I could learn a lot of elementary knowledge of cybersecurity. There is no code and that's why I would say 4 stars. Other than that, this is very useful for newbies.
by HRSep 12, 2017
The course is well explained. Can follow without any prior knowledge. Can be considered as a strong foundation for Information Security field. Highly recommended.
by HJSep 27, 2017
Really good introduction into the topic of Information Security. Step by step lectures and clear information to help get a good understanding of the topic
by CWApr 5, 2018
Provides a basic knowledge of Information Security in general, and also understand each role (such as Digital Forensics, Penetration Testing, etc...)
by RVOct 23, 2017
A great introduction to the feild of Information Security. I took it on a whim and waled away with a much better understanding of the process of IS.
by MFOct 2, 2017
This is a well thought out course and the instructors are excellent. Thank you for putting together this valuable course.
by CMAug 22, 2017
Great Course! I consider that is must be taken by anyone, regardless of the career filed. Thanks authors for this course
by BTDec 2, 2018
This is a top-class course. I would love to follow on with the recommendations for this course has open my eyes indeed
by SWJun 13, 2019
I am finding this course extremely elaborated and well explained.\n\nThe professor's way of teaching is outstanding.
by NGAug 6, 2017
The above-mentioned course provides excellent general information of the most common problems in information world .
by CFNov 14, 2017
At the moment one of the best course that I've followed about the basics of Information security. Thank you so much
by DVMar 11, 2018
i got basic concepts related to information security and cyber security which will help me further in my studies.
by EPJan 10, 2018
A must course to everyone interested to the subject of IS. A very clear content, with good content of knowledge.
by BDNov 5, 2019
Very useful information about security models, bodies and online resources for choosing a proper IT role.
by CCJul 3, 2017
THIS COURSE IS INDEED A GREAT ONE, LOADED WITH INFO THAT IS ACTUALLY VERY RELEVANT TO OUR TODAY'S WORLD.
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Royal Holloway, University of London
Royal Holloway, University of London, is ranked in the top 30 universities in the UK (Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2018) and the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2017-18).
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