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About the Course

This is the first course in the Google Cybersecurity Certificate. In this course, learners will be introduced to the cybersecurity profession, including the primary job responsibilities and core skills of entry-level analysts; significant events that led to the development of the cybersecurity field; and security’s continued importance to organizational operations. Learners will also explore the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) eight security domains, common security frameworks and controls, as well as the confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA) triad. This course covers a wide variety of cybersecurity topics to provide an overview of what’s to come in this certificate program. Learners who complete the eight courses in the Google Cybersecurity Certificate will be equipped to apply for entry-level cybersecurity roles. No previous experience is necessary. By the end of this course, you will: - Identify how security attacks impact business operations. - Explore the job responsibilities and core skills of an entry-level cybersecurity analyst. - Recognize how past and present attacks on organizations led to the development of the cybersecurity field. - Learn the CISSP eight security domains. - Identify security domains, frameworks, and controls. - Explain security ethics. - Recognize common tools used by cybersecurity analysts....

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DS

Oct 28, 2023

! Cybersecurity is a critical and multifaceted field that involves protecting computer systems, networks, and data from various digital threats. Here is a review of the foundations of cybersecurity:

CK

May 15, 2023

For a foundation course, this one was easy to understand, it explained all basic concepts in a fluid way and built up the base for the upcoming courses. I'm eager to move on to the other courses now.

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By Dale N

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May 17, 2023

I like how the material was laid out and it help renforce the things I do on a daily basis.

By samuel c

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Mar 25, 2025

very clear introduction. It could benefit from being shorter and go straight to the point.

By MuhammadAli A

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Jan 22, 2025

Very informative course for those who just started their learning journey in cybersecurity

By BHARATH A

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Dec 9, 2024

This is one of the best course with best teaching and all minute details are also provided

By syeh b

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Oct 13, 2024

Coursera, as a top-notch learning platform, is extremely helpful for personal development.

By Raul B F

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Oct 1, 2024

Aborda muy bien los fundamentos y conocimientos esenciales , ademas es practico y dinamico

By Aman P

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Mar 17, 2024

Excellent and more knowledgeable in the first course only let's begin and deep diven init.

By Foster K

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Mar 15, 2024

Easy to understand and walks you through everything very well. Excited to do next courses.

By Mubeen M

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Nov 6, 2023

I have learned most of things that are very efficient for my career and it is very helpful

By Innocent S

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Oct 4, 2023

great course for beginners since it has everything you need since you don't know anything.

By Joe B

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Sep 20, 2023

Worth the effort and it's not extremely difficult especially if you have an IT background.

By Darius C

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Sep 15, 2023

Absolutely exceptional course! Great for beginners coming into the field of cybersecurity.

By Kim N

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Jul 26, 2023

Interesting course, it makes me feel more curious and can't wait to learn the next course!

By Rishabh K

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Jul 13, 2023

Excellent course for someone who wants to start thejourbey into the cyber security domain.

By nancy h

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Jul 7, 2023

The material was clearly presented. Appreciated the video with the terms and the examples.

By Basile E

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Jun 24, 2023

Great course for beginners looking to better understand Cybersecurity and what it entails.

By Mark A

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Jun 2, 2023

I think this was a great introductory course that cover a lot of the cyber security field.

By Brianna J

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Feb 10, 2025

They walk you thru it step by step. This course was very informational and user friendly.

By George D l S

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Jan 8, 2025

Excellent exposition of essential topics related to this entry-level cybersecurity topic.

By Matteo S

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Dec 15, 2024

Very well structured course, it gives the studier all the necessary tools to get started.

By Keith J R J

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Dec 9, 2024

Excellent way to gain a firm understanding of what cyber security actually is. Thank you~

By konr

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Aug 14, 2024

This course really got me thinking about the fundamentals again and it was very thorough.

By Dee A

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May 23, 2024

What an excellent intro into the field of Cybersecurity! I look forward to learning more.

By John M

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Apr 28, 2024

Great explanation and use of analogies to help drive understanding of technical concepts.

By amonuios a

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Mar 25, 2024

this course important to any one want unterstand cybersecurity foundation by a simple way