Cybersecurity For Dummies

About this course

This specialization provides a comprehensive learning path in cybersecurity, progressing from foundational concepts to advanced practices. In the first course, Foundations of Cybersecurity: Risks and Protection, you will explore the basics of cybersecurity, learn about common cyberattacks, and evaluate your current cybersecurity posture. The second course, Securing Accounts and Preventing Attacks in Business, focuses on securing accounts, protecting against social engineering attacks, and safeguarding businesses from breaches. The third course, Advanced Cybersecurity: Careers & Threats, discusses emerging technologies, their threats, and career opportunities in cybersecurity. By the end of the specialization, learners will have a well-rounded understanding of cybersecurity, empowering them to protect both personal and organizational digital assets effectively. This Specialization is based on the book Cybersecurity For Dummies, by Joseph Steinberg From Cybersecurity For Dummies Copyright © 2022 by John Wiley & Sons, Inc., Hoboken, New Jersey Published simultaneously in Canada Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

Course objectives

• to provide a comprehensive overview of cybersecurity basics
• to equip learners with practical skills to mitigate cyber threats
• to discuss emerging technologies and their implications for cybersecurity careers