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About the Course

This is the first course in the Google Cybersecurity Certificate. These courses will equip you with the skills you need to prepare for an entry-level cybersecurity job. In this course, you will be introduced to the world of cybersecurity through an interactive curriculum developed by Google. You will identify significant events that led to the development of the cybersecurity field, explain the importance of cybersecurity in today's business operations, and explore the job responsibilities and skills of an entry-level cybersecurity analyst. Google employees who currently work in cybersecurity will guide you through videos, provide hands-on activities and examples that simulate common cybersecurity tasks, and help you build your skills to prepare for jobs. 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....

Top reviews

MG

Jan 8, 2024

I think this is a great start for anyone who is starting from absolute zero. I think that since I've been toying with the idea of getting into Cybersecurity for 2 years now, it was a great refresher!

DS

Oct 28, 2023

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By Roshan J

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Jun 3, 2023

Its a Nice and simple Way to getting Started in Cybersecurity Field Through this Course

By Mohamed B

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May 29, 2023

I have Knowledge about Ethical Hacking, in this Course i,ve learned a lot of new things

By Miranda M R

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May 22, 2023

Informative and the supplemental readings are extremely helpful. I enjoyed this course.

By راكان ا

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Oct 21, 2024

Great information and great arrangement in the way of explanation (Easy and valuable).

By Kymaal C

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Aug 28, 2024

Helped me get a great understanding of the basics of cybersecurity -- highly recommend

By Nachman T

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Jun 20, 2024

This course is a great introduction to the field and dynamic aspects of cybersecurity.

By Gauri H

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Apr 29, 2024

Really this course is very helpful for my career in cyber security thanks you coursera

By Brad K

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Dec 28, 2023

For those that have no background in computers at all, this would be very informative.

By aari s

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Dec 19, 2023

its a good learning platform and a great oppurtunity for students who are utilizing it

By Nwoke S

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Dec 4, 2023

It was informative and really diversified the information it was trying to pass along

By henry n

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Oct 17, 2023

great contents for beginners to have a good foundational knowledge about cybersecurity

By Pushpesh K R

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Oct 2, 2023

It was very enlightening to learn so much about what goes in the cybersecurity field .

By khakeem w

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Sep 24, 2023

The information contained in this course was very clear, understandable and relatable.

By Shawn K

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Sep 9, 2023

Great course for fundamental learning, whether beginner or refresher for senior level.

By Katie H

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Aug 27, 2023

This course was super interesting and intrigues me enough to continue this certificate

By Clark L

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Jul 24, 2023

Fantastic course to get the basics of the role and help build interest in a new field!

By Forgiveness P

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Jul 16, 2023

great learning enjoyed learning this course looking for more professional Certificates

By Damon M

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Jul 2, 2023

The information was delivered well and the course covered a lot of essential subjects.

By Terry B

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May 24, 2023

I really enjoyed relearning the foundations of cybersecurity. I will be back for more!

By Hutesh V

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May 22, 2023

good overview and nice explanation, instructors are very passionate and enthusiastic .

By Mairin M

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May 19, 2023

A good overview of the basics of cybersecurity. I'm looking forward to the next class.

By Hafiz M I A

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May 17, 2023

Amazing course materials and upto date information about foundations of cybersecurity.

By Alacs M

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Feb 18, 2025

This course has exceeded my expectations. Can't wait to continue my learning journey!

By Anderson M

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Jan 18, 2025

Me gusta toda la temática relacionada a los objetivos puntuales sobre los fundamento.

By Tatiane D N

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Jan 12, 2025

Amazing course, explaned step by step in a clear and simple words with good examples.