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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

BK

Jun 11, 2018

I feel like this went way more in depth than I think most people just getting into it can handle. I think either this needs to be dumbed down or drawn out a bit more, but a lot of great info.

AB

Aug 22, 2019

A more in-depth concept can be included in the course and provide a reference to open source tools/technologies so young and aspiring security professionals can gain more out of this course.

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By Mehdi H

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Jan 7, 2023

it was perfect for me

Thanks coursera and Google.

By Steve M

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Aug 5, 2022

Another excellent course the Google has provided.

By Shelby W

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Mar 29, 2022

Learned alot. A great resource to refer back to.

By Jothika I

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Jan 11, 2022

Lot of new things. Managed to get everything done

By Kgotlelelo Mothiba

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Nov 19, 2021

im so excited that ive completed all this modules

By Martha N

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Aug 1, 2021

Informative and interesting. I have learned alot.

By Pehan K J

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Jul 13, 2021

Very good lessons, I have learn lot of new things

By Rabih E K

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Feb 23, 2021

very structured and clear course.Thank you Google

By KALYANKAR B

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Sep 30, 2020

Best in an online educational platform to attend.

By Bruce K

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Jun 26, 2020

Great course for understanding network security!!

By Utkarsh S

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Jun 7, 2020

This course tells a good overview of IT security.

By ZOHEB Z W

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Apr 22, 2020

i had a great experience going through the course

By Chetan P

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Sep 19, 2019

Great course structure for all level of audience.

By gsk

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Apr 30, 2019

Beaut. Take it up, no need any doubts about that.

By León C

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Jul 8, 2018

Great course, overrall a good learning experience

By Molly W

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Apr 27, 2018

Fantastic insight into IT security infrastructure

By minh t b h

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Jul 17, 2025

Provide a lot of useful information for learners

By Yana

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Jun 4, 2024

So far from IT sphere Cryptology is my favorite!

By FRANCISCO J Q M

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Jan 1, 2024

Excelente, ayuda a mejorar diversas áreas en IT.

By Hector V

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Dec 19, 2023

Great information with "real world" application.

By Kasongo K

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Sep 18, 2023

i enjoyed studying this course. very interested.

By Olabode O E

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Jun 17, 2023

It is really educative and simply for a beginner

By Jeremiah R

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Nov 10, 2021

Wonderful course to assist with a new IT career!

By Elie D

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Oct 17, 2021

very insightful and interesting would definately

By Pashadidan F C

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Mar 10, 2021

thanks for giving the good modul and explanation