Introduction to Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Learn essential cybersecurity concepts, threats, and protection strategies. Perfect for beginners looking to understand digital security basics.
Learn essential cybersecurity concepts, threats, and protection strategies. Perfect for beginners looking to understand digital security basics.
This beginner-friendly course provides a comprehensive introduction to cybersecurity fundamentals, designed for anyone who uses computers or internet technology. Students learn core cybersecurity concepts, terminology, and practical protection strategies. The course covers essential topics including password security, threat identification, and historical context of cybersecurity. Through structured modules, learners gain understanding of social engineering, software attacks, hacking, and various technological threats. The course emphasizes practical knowledge for everyday users while building a strong foundation in cybersecurity awareness.
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What you'll learn
Define Cybersecurity and describe its purpose
Understand key cybersecurity terms and concepts
Identify major categories of cybersecurity threats
Learn about social engineering and how to prevent attacks
Understand various types of cyber attacks and protection strategies
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
120 Minutes PreRecorded video
16 assignments
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There are 5 modules in this course
This foundational course provides a comprehensive introduction to cybersecurity concepts and practices. The curriculum is structured across five modules, beginning with core definitions and terminology, progressing through historical context, and culminating in detailed exploration of modern cybersecurity threats and attacks. Students learn about essential security practices, including password management, social engineering awareness, and protection against various types of cyber attacks. The course emphasizes practical, real-world applications while building fundamental knowledge in cybersecurity awareness.
Course Welcome (1.0)
Module 1 · 4 Minutes to complete
Understanding Cybersecurity (Module 1.1)
Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete
A Brief History of Cybersecurity (Module 1.2)
Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete
Cybersecurity Threats and Attacks (Module 1.3)
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
Course Conclusion
Module 5 · 1 Hours to complete
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Instructors
Expert in Information Security at Kennesaw State University
Dr. Herbert J. Mattord is a Professor of Information Security and Assurance at Kennesaw State University, where he teaches courses in cybersecurity and serves as the Director of Education and Outreach at the KSU Institute for Cybersecurity Workforce Development. With 26 years of experience in the IT industry prior to his academic career, which began in 2002, Dr. Mattord has held various roles including application developer, database administrator, project manager, and information security practitioner. His practical expertise was further enhanced during his tenure as the Manager of Corporate Information Technology Security at Georgia-Pacific Corporation. Additionally, he has taught as an adjunct professor at several institutions and is a co-author of key textbooks in the field, including Principles of Information Security and Management of Information Security. Dr. Mattord earned his Ph.D. in Information Systems with a focus on Information Security from Nova Southeastern University.
Leading Authority in Information Security at Kennesaw State University
Dr. Michael Whitman is a Professor of Information Security in the Information Systems and Security Department at Kennesaw State University, where he also serves as the Executive Director of the KSU Institute for Cybersecurity Workforce Development. With a Ph.D. in Management Information Systems, Dr. Whitman teaches both graduate and undergraduate courses in cybersecurity and has made significant contributions to the field through numerous publications in top academic journals. He is a co-author of several widely used textbooks in information security and has played a crucial role in establishing Kennesaw State as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance and Cyber Defense Education, recognized by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security. Under his leadership, the university's cybersecurity programs have flourished, reflecting his commitment to advancing education and workforce development in this critical area.
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