CyberSecurity for Beginners

Get an overview of the cybersecurity course, including key objectives, topics covered, and what to expect throughout the lessons.

Discover the various types of cyber threats and understand the current digital threat landscape to better protect your information.

Explore the basics of various computing devices, their functions, and how they form the backbone of modern technology.

Explore the fundamentals of operating systems, including their functions, components, and role in managing computer hardware and software.

Learn how to effectively manage and secure servers, storage systems, and backups to protect and maintain your organization's data.

Explore the different types of computing environments, including personal, enterprise, and cloud, and understand their unique features and security challenges.

Learn how to keep your systems secure by regularly updating and applying patches to fix vulnerabilities and improve performance.

Learn how to secure business software against cyber threats in this introductory lesson.

Learn how to secure your email apps against cyber threats in this practical cybersecurity lesson.

Learn about various storage solutions, their advantages, and best practices to securely store data.

Complete the final course assessment to test your understanding of all the cybersecurity concepts covered in this course.

This final lesson summarizes the key points of the course, providing a comprehensive review of everything learned to reinforce your cybersecurity knowledge.

This lesson introduces the key concepts and goals of the Networking and Cloud Computing module in our cybersecurity course.

This lesson explores different types of network topologies and their unique characteristics in cloud computing.

This lesson explains how IP addressing works and its importance in networking and cloud computing.

This lesson covers the essential components and structure of networking and cloud computing infrastructure.

This lesson explains the different models of network communication and how data is transmitted across networks.

This lesson explains the essential networking protocols and ports that are crucial for secure and effective communication in cloud computing.

This lesson teaches you how to monitor network traffic to detect and prevent potential security threats.

In this lesson, you will learn about the fundamental roles of network clients and servers, exploring how they communicate and collaborate in cloud computing environments.

In this lesson, you will learn about firewalls and essential security tools used to protect networks and cloud computing environments from cyber threats.

Learn the basics of Azure cloud computing, exploring its features and benefits for networking in cybersecurity.

Learn how virtual environments in networking and cloud computing simulate physical hardware and software to enhance flexibility and efficiency in cybersecurity practices.

This lesson covers the basics of cloud services, explaining how they work and their benefits in networking and computing.

This lesson explains the different types of 'X as a Service' (XaaS) models, such as SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS, and how they provide various cloud services to users.

This lesson allows you to apply and demonstrate your understanding of networking and cloud computing concepts.

This final lesson reviews and summarizes the key concepts of networking and cloud computing covered in Module 2.

This lesson introduces Module 3, covering key concepts about cybersecurity threats, attack vectors, and strategies for mitigation.

This lesson explores major cybersecurity attacks, their impacts, and the strategies used to mitigate them.

This lesson explains the different ways cyber threats can enter and impact a system, known as threat vectors.

This lesson explains various strategies to effectively prevent and respond to cybersecurity threats.

This lesson explains how encryption works to protect data by converting it into a secure format that can only be read by authorized users.

This lesson explains how public and private keys, along with hashing, are used to secure and verify information in cybersecurity.

In this lesson, you'll learn about digital signing and certificates, crucial for verifying the authenticity and integrity of digital information in cybersecurity.

In this lesson, you'll learn about how systems verify identities (authentication) and determine access rights (authorization) to protect against cybersecurity threats.

The lesson on 'Data Transmission' explores how information travels across networks, focusing on security measures to protect against cyber threats.

Learn how security controls defend against cyber threats, ensuring safe digital environments in Module 3 of the cybersecurity course.

'Application Updates' explores the importance of keeping software current to protect against cybersecurity threats, emphasizing best practices for maintaining security in digital environments.

This lesson explores essential concepts in security and compliance to safeguard against cybersecurity threats, focusing on practical strategies for mitigation.

This lesson covers the basics of Identity and Access Management (IAM) and how Active Directory helps secure and manage user permissions in a network.

This lesson explores different defense models used to protect against cybersecurity threats and mitigate risks.

Here is the guide you need through the final project and assessment, testing your knowledge of cybersecurity threats, vectors, and mitigation strategies covered in Module 3.

This final lesson reviews and summarizes the key concepts of cybersecurity threats, vectors, and mitigation strategies covered in Module 3.

This introductory lesson provides an overview of identity and access solutions in Azure Active Directory, setting the stage for the topics covered in Module 4.

This lesson covers the fundamentals of Azure Active Directory and how it manages identities and access in the cloud.

This lesson explains the different editions of Azure Active Directory and their features.

This lesson explains the different types of identities used in Azure Active Directory.

This lesson covers the different authentication methods available in Azure AD to secure user access.

This lesson explains how to enhance security in Azure AD by using Multi-Factor Authentication to verify user identities.

Learn how to securely manage and reset passwords within Azure Active Directory to enhance account protection and access control.

Learn how to securely manage and reset passwords within Azure Active Directory to enhance account protection and access control.

This lesson explains how roles and role-based access control work in Azure Active Directory, focusing on managing permissions effectively.

The lesson on 'Identity Governance' explores how to manage and secure access to resources within Azure Active Directory, ensuring proper control and oversight of user identities.

This lesson focuses on safeguarding and managing important identities within Azure AD, ensuring secure access and protection against potential threats.

The Final Course Project Assessment evaluates your understanding and application of Identify and Access Solutions in Azure AD, ensuring you can apply your knowledge effectively.

This final lesson summarizes the essential aspects of Azure AD identity and access solutions covered in Module 4, ensuring a clear understanding of the course content.

This introductory lesson outlines the foundational principles and objectives of Microsoft Security Solutions explored in Module 5 of the cybersecurity course.

"Distributed Denial of Service (DDOS) Protection" covers methods to safeguard against attacks that overwhelm networks or services, ensuring continuous availability and reliability of Microsoft security solutions.

In this lesson on 'Azure Firewall Protection,' you'll learn how to safeguard your Microsoft cloud environment using essential firewall security measures.

In this lesson, learn how "Just In Time Access and Encryption" enhances security by providing temporary and encrypted access only when needed, safeguarding data from unauthorized access.

This lesson introduces fundamental concepts of cloud security, focusing on how Microsoft's solutions protect data and systems in the cloud environment.

In this lesson on 'Virtual Security Solutions,' we explore how Microsoft Security Solutions safeguard virtual environments, ensuring comprehensive protection for digital assets.

In this lesson, you'll learn about Azure's standards and policies to ensure secure and compliant use of Microsoft security solutions in your cybersecurity practices.

In this lesson, we introduce SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) and SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response), explaining their roles in enhancing cybersecurity through efficient monitoring and automated incident response.

In this lesson on 'Defender Services', you'll learn about Microsoft's security solutions designed to protect and defend against cyber threats effectively.

In this lesson, we explore how to secure both endpoints (devices) and cloud applications using Microsoft's security solutions.

In this lesson on 'Identity Defense' in Module 5 of the cybersecurity course, you'll learn how Microsoft Security Solutions protect and secure identities against digital threats.