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Information Security Fundamentals
Coursera MOOC / Non-credit 0

Information Security Fundamentals

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The Information Security Fundamentals course provides a comprehensive introduction to the essential concepts and practices of information security. Learners will understand the importance of information security for the functionality of information systems and learn how to approach and recognize common threats and vulnerabilities. The course covers key elements such as confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA Triad), cryptography basics, and the role of technical standards in supplementing legal and regulatory requirements. By the end of this course, learners will be able to grasp fundamental security concepts, follow the tensions between information security and privacy, and simplify technical communications for the C-suite

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What you'll learn

  • understand the CIA Triad
  • identify common threats and vulnerabilities
  • appreciate the role of cryptography
  • communicate security concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders
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