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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

DS

Oct 27, 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:

MG

Jan 7, 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!

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By D C

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Dec 11, 2023

Great Course! I feel really prepared now in my understanding of Cybersecurity Fundamentals.

By Carla A

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Oct 30, 2023

It was a great introductory course for someone who has limited knowledge of cyber security.

By Ricky P

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Oct 30, 2023

The materials really good and the videos not long and only include conclusion of each topic

By Richard f

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Oct 13, 2023

faster than similar intro cert i got thrugh university at buffalo plus its WAYYYYY cheaper!

By Brian P

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Sep 22, 2023

This is a solid foundation. I enjoyed taking this class and looking forward to taking more.

By Ravish B

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Sep 20, 2023

The course is just apt fort beginners and great way to kick-off the world of cybersecurity.

By Stephen M

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Sep 14, 2023

Filled with massive knowledge and well-illustrated. Thank you for this opportunity, Google.

By Roger M

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Sep 10, 2023

It is a really good intruduction to what is Cybersecurity and what are we going to do next.

By James M

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Aug 28, 2023

It was a good course; the moderators were very informative, and the material was also good.

By 3d W

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Aug 27, 2023

Great Course! It helped me Learn a lot which is required to become a cyber security Analyst

By Shaquavia O

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Aug 20, 2023

What a beautifully made course. I find it hard to fail here. I enjoyed everything about it.

By Oscar D

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Aug 11, 2023

Provides amazing information in this field of technology surveillance and network security.

By Aadarsh C

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Jun 18, 2023

It has all the required content to understand basics of cyber security. It helped me a lot.

By Egëzon B

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Jun 6, 2023

Great course fo beginners, but can be extended with some additional technical informations.

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 MuhammadAli A

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Jan 21, 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 16, 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 Joseph B

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Sep 19, 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 14, 2023

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