This course covers data security and encryption. Learn about cryptographic applications, from basic to advanced solutions for protecting information. Understand public key infrastructure (PKI), essential for secure digital communication and establishing trust. Navigate secure protocols and make informed decisions to protect data integrity. Understand symmetric and asymmetric encryption techniques and the importance of hashing for data integrity.
(SSCP) Systems Security Certified Practitioner: Unit 2
(SSCP) Systems Security Certified Practitioner: Unit 2
This course is part of (SSCP) Systems Security Certified Practitioner Specialization
Instructor: Pearson
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Beginner level
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4 hours to complete
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What you'll learn
Understand and apply basic and advanced cryptographic solutions for data protection.
Master the principles of public key infrastructure (PKI) to establish trusted communications.
Learn to select and implement secure protocols for enhanced data security.
Develop proficiency in symmetric and asymmetric encryption, and hashing for data integrity.
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Taught in English
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This course is part of the (SSCP) Systems Security Certified Practitioner Specialization
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There is 1 module in this course
This module introduces the term Kane. You'll learn about asymmetric and symmetric encryption, as well as how hashing is used for integrity. You'll also be introduced to PKI and secure protocols.
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