Course Information
- Duration4 weeks (3 hours per week)
Description
This course is designed for beginners who want to understand the foundational concepts of cybersecurity. It covers basic principles, common threats, and best practices to protect personal and organizational data.
Course Outline
1. Introduction to Cybersecurity
- What is Cybersecurity?
- Importance of Cybersecurity in today's digital world
2. Understanding Threats
- Malware: Viruses, Worms, Trojans, Ransomware
- Phishing and Social Engineering
- Password Attacks
3. Cybersecurity Best Practices
- Creating strong passwords
- Recognizing phishing attempts
- Securing devices and networks
4. Basic Network Security
- Firewalls and Antivirus
- Introduction to VPNs
- Importance of software updates
5. Data Protections
- Backup strategies
- Encryption basics
- Safe online practices