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Cybersecurity Awareness

Kriti Kamra
SkillUp

Instructors: Kriti Kamra

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 hour to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 hour to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Define the need for cybersecurity

  • Explain types of cyberattacks, including malware and phishing

  • Describe social engineering as a threat

  • Demonstrate responses to cybersecurity threats

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Assessments

3 assignments

Taught in English
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September 2025

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Welcome to Cybersecurity Awareness! This course will introduce you to the fundamentals of cybersecurity and explain its significance. You’ll discover the most prevalent cyber threats and learn effective strategies to protect and gain insights into the steps to take if you ever encounter a cyberattack.

What's included

1 video5 readings3 assignments5 plugins

Instructors

Kriti Kamra
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