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Cybersecurity Essentials (LFC108)

This course reviews and reinforces the must-know cybersecurity topics, terms and practices everyone needs to keep themselves, their employer and their data safe when using technology at home, on-the-road or in the office.

Who Is It For
This course is designed for individuals and organizations seeking to confidently and securely protect personal and professional information from exposure and compromise during online activities.
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What You’ll Learn
The course discusses security precautions and risks when using technology for personal and professional purposes. It covers strategies to protect information during everyday activities and transactions, and prevent exposure to account and data compromises, and identifies what to do if a data breach occurs. The course includes real-world scenarios highlighting personal and professional situations and the implications of unsafe practices.
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What It Prepares You For
This course offers foundational steps to apply security practices and precautions during online activities. Using the information presented in this course can help reduce harmful effects when personal, financial, and professional communication is transmitted through electronic devices in online environments.
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Course Outline
Chapter 1. Course Introduction
Chapter 2. Cybersecurity Awareness
Chapter 3. Malware
Chapter 4. Cybersecurity Breaches
Chapter 5. Protection and Prevention
Chapter 6. Mobile Device Security
Chapter 7. Social Network Safety
Chapter 8. Prevention Software
Prerequisites
There are no requirements for this course.
Reviews
Sep 2024
As a beginner, this course contributes to understanding the basic concepts and strategies when it comes to cybersecurity.
Aug 2024
The course covered a wide range of cybersecurity essentials, and the material was well-organized and easy to follow. I particularly appreciated the practical examples that were directly applicable to real-world scenarios.
Jun 2024
Overall, the Cyber Security Essentials course was highly informative and well-structured, providing a solid foundation in cybersecurity principles and practices. I feel more confident in my ability to recognize and address cybersecurity threats thanks to this course. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to gain a fundamental understanding of cybersecurity and how to protect themselves and their organizations from cyber threats.
Jun 2024
Easy to understand information explained through simple real life scenarios. I believe this to be a well made course for beginners in cybersecurity.
Jun 2024
The training is very easy to understand, and with the help of stories, it makes it easier to understand what the material means.
May 2024
I liked all the points covered in the course. They are all extremely important for digital information security.
May 2024
I learned about vital cyber security fundamentals. The course also has well summarized notes and quality videos instructed by jargons. I appreciate my connection with Linux foundation.
May 2024
As a beginner in Cybersecurity, I found the content sufficient for my level, straight to the point, and easy to understand.
Mar 2024
Absolutely! The "Cybersecurity Essentials" course covers all the topics I was anticipating and more. It provides comprehensive insights into crucial cybersecurity concepts, ensuring a solid foundation in the subject matter. Highly recommended!
Mar 2024
Excellent course; it is quite compact and very beneficial because the information is precise.
Mar 2024
What I liked best about this course was its comprehensive coverage of cybersecurity essentials, coupled with practical hands-on labs that reinforced learning effectively. The course's ability to translate complex concepts into accessible content made it particularly engaging and valuable.
Mar 2024
I liked it. It is a very entry-level course, so everyone can take it to learn something new without any previous knowledge.
Feb 2024
As an essential course, I found it very useful as a first contact with cyber security. Being aware of sensitive data posted away on social media is very important.
Jan 2024
I liked the variety of topics covered in the course. It was interesting to learn about the different aspects of cybersecurity, from how to protect data from hackers to how to design secure systems.
Jan 2024
I thoroughly enjoyed the Cybersecurity Fundamentals course for its simplicity and direct approach. The content was presented in a clear manner, making complex concepts easy to grasp. The practical applications and real-world scenarios provided valuable insights, enhancing my understanding of cybersecurity essentials. Overall, the course was well-designed, and I feel more confident in my foundational knowledge of cybersecurity.
Jan 2024
The explanations were clear and easy to understand. I especially liked the email samples that showed a "real-life" phishing attempt.
Sep 2023
It comprehensively informs users of the main points they need to take into account when it comes to cybersecurity best practices.
Sep 2023
The course was a great introduction to cybersecurity, and is perfect for entry-level knowledge!
Sep 2023
It opened my eyes to cybersecurity for both work and home.
Jun 2023
I liked how the lessons were presented, in a way that the learners could understand easily.
Jun 2023
During this course, I was able to understand the fundamental knowledge of cyber security.
Includes
Online, Self Paced
1 Hour of Course Material
Quizzes
Unlimited Access to Online Course
Digital Badge
Course Rating
4.6/5 Stars
Experience Level: Beginner
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