Most introductory or beginner level cybersecurity courses are not truly beginner level. Most of them assume some level of technical competence and expect that cybersecurity is not your first technical job role. However, as I've successfully mentored people coming from fields such as nursing, aviation (an airline pilot!), and real estate, I've learned that these people are underserved as far a true introduction. This Learning Path is an answer to that gap.
Introduction to Cybersecurity Foundations
Introduction to Cybersecurity Foundations
This course is part of Cybersecurity Foundations Specialization
Instructor: Keatron Evans
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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No prior experience required
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3 hours to complete
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What you'll learn
What Cybersecurity is
What an Operating System is
What Risk Management is
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Taught in English
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This course is part of the Cybersecurity Foundations Specialization
When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Specialization.
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DS
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2023
This guys is awesome!! Great class to learn the not only python and VM's, yet a how to into the steps and classes that can guide you on how to become a great cybersecurity professional.
CG
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2023
Excellent to get a solid idea of Cybersecurity, not limited to tools that are available but a good overall insight of all aspects of Cybersecurity.
TF
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2025
I greatly appreciate the manner in which Keaton teaches. The information was digestible and in line with my expectations.
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