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About the Course

This course covers a wide variety of IT security concepts, tools, and best practices. It introduces threats and attacks and the many ways they can show up. Weā€™ll give you some background of encryption algorithms and how theyā€™re used to safeguard data. Then, weā€™ll dive into the three As of information security: authentication, authorization, and accounting. Weā€™ll also cover network security solutions, ranging from firewalls to Wifi encryption options. The course is rounded out by putting all these elements together into a multi-layered, in-depth security architecture, followed by recommendations on how to integrate a culture of security into your organization or team. At the end of this course, youā€™ll understand: ā— how various encryption algorithms and techniques work as well as their benefits and limitations. ā— various authentication systems and types. ā— the difference between authentication and authorization. ā— how to evaluate potential risks and recommend ways to reduce risk. ā— best practices for securing a network. ā— how to help others to grasp security concepts and protect themselves. ā— new AI skills from Google experts to help complete IT tasks....

Top reviews

DS

Aug 16, 2018

This course was insane, all the possibilities, the potential for growth, and the different ways to help protect against cyber attacks. It was truly an eye-opening lesson in security. Thank you.

SG

Nov 24, 2021

An absolutely engaging and challenging feat that I am so proud to have completed. I hope this opens new door and better job opportunities so that I can better enhance my future. Thank you Google

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By Daer H R T

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Sep 16, 2020

muy bueno , excelente profesores y contenido relevante

By Zeeshan S H

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Aug 29, 2020

Very Helpful in understanding the basics of IT Support

By Unnati A

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Aug 24, 2020

One of best course among all. it was amazing learning!

By Balasubramanian T K

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May 16, 2020

Very Nice course, the instructor is awesome, Supercool

By Danilo

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Dec 20, 2019

ItĀ“s a great course to learning cybersecurity concepts

By Tejal S

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Oct 23, 2019

Very detailed and well constructive self-paced course.

By Damilola I

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Oct 16, 2019

Been a great introduction to the world of IT Security.

By Suzanne B

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Sep 19, 2019

Great course for learning how to protect your network!

By Luis F L J

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Sep 13, 2019

Amazing,

The instructor is a good teacher i learn a lot

By Guadalupe F

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Feb 21, 2019

Issues with the labs and scoring but very cool course.

By OLATUNDE, S O

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Nov 28, 2018

Is great leaning about the in and out of IT security..

By Soloria

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Sep 19, 2018

I enjoyed the flow of the information being delivered.

By Javier A

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May 23, 2025

Muy buen curso de actualizaciĆ³n profesional y laboral

By Bright A

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Jan 20, 2025

it has let me know more than i knew thanks to you all

By James H C T

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Sep 17, 2024

I've learned a lot in this course. Thank you so much.

By Ada V M

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Jul 29, 2024

I would like to have more Qwicklabs to practice more.

By James P

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Mar 27, 2024

Great introduction into the world of stopping Hackers

By Jaayis M

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Feb 16, 2024

Most suitable for who pursue career in Cyber Security

By Martin M

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Nov 30, 2023

One of the most essential part of being an IT Support

By Gary S

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Sep 2, 2023

excellently excuted. the concepts were easy to grasp.

By James N

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Aug 25, 2023

Great program with just the right amount of coverage.

By Kimberly A R

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Jul 21, 2023

Very good and informative course on malware and such.

By Ahmed a

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Apr 27, 2023

This the best course I have taken in coursera so far.

By Javier A

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Jan 2, 2023

excelent, well details and great hands on to practice