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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....

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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 Qamar C

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Nov 30, 2023

I really appreciate that google offers me a wonderful course

By Fleakee

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Oct 26, 2023

Pretty basic but explains well. Lot of keywords to memorize.

By OLUWANISHOLA W

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Oct 22, 2023

It's a good stepping stone to a career path in cybersecurity

By Nick L

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Oct 2, 2023

Very educational, Very well formatted and easy follow/learn.

By Alexarae V

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Sep 12, 2023

Super informative for those with no background in the field.

By Brandon D

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Jul 31, 2023

Better understanding and overall knowledge of cybersecurity.

By Priyank S

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Jul 29, 2023

Its really very well curated and covers everything in detail

By Kevin Z

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Jul 22, 2023

very well explained everything and well done. i recommend it

By AISYAH B S

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Jul 19, 2023

hard but fun if you really interested in cybersecurity field

By Besar S

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Jul 14, 2023

A very good introduction to the principles of cybersecurity.

By Joseph F R I

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Jul 11, 2023

Tons of information to begin your journey in Cyber Security.

By Atul P

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Jul 9, 2023

Really an Eye Opener for anyone interested in Cyber Security

By Sivasakthi M

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May 30, 2023

One of the best. Which provides information from the basics.

By steven h

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May 10, 2023

Awesome introduction to cyber security and very informative.

By Ntokozo R M

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Mar 24, 2025

its very advanced and makes you to understand as a beginner

By Syeda B

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Mar 6, 2025

It was great for building my foundation Highly recommended.

By Guilherme C P F

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Mar 5, 2025

Curso muito completo e bem desafiador. Muito bom! Recomendo

By Joc P

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Feb 25, 2025

There is no explanation, I'm lost for words so happy Thanks

By Mo A

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Feb 12, 2025

I learned a lot in this course and I am glad I completed it

By Joel C (

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Nov 27, 2024

Very informative for the beginners like me in Cybersecuirty

By Alexandrina H

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Sep 24, 2024

Very well structured, detailed and nicely presented course.

By Anod A

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Sep 21, 2024

Very great opportunity to get this course it’s very helpful

By Leonardo A

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Sep 2, 2024

very good course to learn the fundamentals of cybersecurity

By Fnu M

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Jul 14, 2024

This course really amazing! Thank you Google and Coursera!

By Louiese G B N

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Jul 4, 2024

Gives you great foundational knowledge about cybersecurity.