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About the Course

This course covers a wide variety of IT security concepts, tools, and best practices. It introduces threats and attacks and the many ways they can show up. We’ll give you some background of encryption algorithms and how they’re used to safeguard data. Then, we’ll dive into the three As of information security: authentication, authorization, and accounting. We’ll also cover network security solutions, ranging from firewalls to Wifi encryption options. The course is rounded out by putting all these elements together into a multi-layered, in-depth security architecture, followed by recommendations on how to integrate a culture of security into your organization or team. At the end of this course, you’ll understand: ● how various encryption algorithms and techniques work as well as their benefits and limitations. ● various authentication systems and types. ● the difference between authentication and authorization. ● how to evaluate potential risks and recommend ways to reduce risk. ● best practices for securing a network. ● how to help others to grasp security concepts and protect themselves. ● new AI skills from Google experts to help complete IT tasks....

Top reviews

JO

Jun 4, 2019

Make you relies that we may lock are car and house but we really don'y think how an intrude can take control of our lives but gaining access through poor security at our home and work spaces

GS

Apr 11, 2020

Personally, I found this course more dense than the previous courses. I would have liked to have seen more visual descriptions of the topics, e.g. cryptography. But other than that, great course :)

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By Andrew R B

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Feb 23, 2020

Really good course for beginners.....This course should be help me in future.

By Ed R

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Jan 19, 2020

AMAZING EXPERIENCE!!! Loved every aspect of every course. What can I say? lol

By b3t10 “

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May 8, 2025

Amazing course alot of information and insights with tools. Thank you Google

By Arsenio D L

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Sep 26, 2023

Phenomenal course, fantastic instructors, & excellent / detailed information

By Reginald

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Nov 1, 2022

I learned a great deal and was motivated to finally take on Linux. Thank you

By Ric C

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Jul 23, 2022

Great starter course - gives you a real overview of the need for IT security

By Farit A C C

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Feb 18, 2022

Amé este curso. Fue de mucho provecho. Nunca había visto un curso de estos.

By Shaifudin B B

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Jul 3, 2021

Another full of knowledge module. Yes we need this! More assignments please.

By Gabriella B

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Mar 14, 2021

Extremely challenging in numerous sections, however, very rewarding as well.

By Myles R

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Jun 22, 2020

Love this certificate! Helped me learn so much and prepared me for a career!

By Philip M

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Aug 3, 2019

Very interesting course with great instructors and affordable price! Thanks!

By Naveed P

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Sep 2, 2025

Excellent course for the one who wants in depth knowledge about IT Support.

By NANCY J

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May 24, 2025

The best one out there for IT Support. Thank You so much for your hardwork.

By Muhammad A

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Oct 11, 2023

I learn a lot from this course and now I am able to change my career in IT.

By Arvino Z

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Jul 18, 2022

easy-to-understand course material, very fun practical exercises.. awesome!

By abo a

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Nov 18, 2021

I have some problems like Sorry, your quota for this lab has been exceeded.

By mistercath

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Nov 10, 2021

This was a very unique opportunity and I'm very grateful for it. Thank you.

By Lloyd B

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Mar 9, 2021

This was a fun Cert, and I'm looking forward to taking more Coursera Cert's

By Florencia L

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Nov 22, 2020

I recommend this course, it has great information about the whole IT field.

By Rolan B

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Oct 5, 2020

I learned so much. The instructor did an awesome job explaining everything.

By M H

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Sep 27, 2020

****** LINK FOR INTERVIEW PREP DOES NOT WORK ******** Great course though.

By B K

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Aug 8, 2020

"your dignity" haha, thanks for making the class engaging and fun to listen

By Anaghan A

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May 27, 2020

Excellent! course to add something new in your knowledge about IT security.

By Ashok B

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May 2, 2020

An insightful course recommended for all persons looking for a career in IT

By Ken L

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Apr 12, 2020

Enjoyed this and superuser module too much I want to do them again... maybe