Cyber Security

cyber security is the implementation of methods to prevent attacks on a company’s information systems. This is done to avoid disruption of the company’s productivity. Not only does cyber security include controlling physical access to the system’s hardware, it protects from danger that may come via network access or the injection of code.

Beginner 5(2 Ratings) 40 Students enrolled English
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Last updated Mon, 23-Oct-2023
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Course overview

Every organization is responsible for ensuring cyber security . The ability to protect its information systems from impairment, or even theft, is essential to success. Implementing effective security measures will not only offer liability protection; it will also increase efficiency and productivity.

What will i learn?

  • Understand different types of malware and security breaches
  • Know the types of cyber-attacks to look out for
  • Develop effective prevention methods
Curriculum for this course
61 Lessons 03:00:00 Hours
Cyber Security Fundamentals
6 Lessons 00:15:00 Hours
  • What is a Hacker?
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  • Cyber Security Fundamentals
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  • What is Cyberspace?
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  • What is Cyber Security?
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  • Why is Cyber Security important?
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  • Cyber Security Fundamentals / Formative Assessment
    0:15:00
Types of Malware
6 Lessons 00:15:00 Hours
  • Types of Malware
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  • Worms
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  • Viruses
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  • Spyware
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  • Trojans
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  • Types of Malware / Formative Assessment
    0:15:00
Cyber Security Breaches
6 Lessons 00:15:00 Hours
  • Cyber Security Breaches
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  • Phishing
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  • Identity Theft
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  • Harassment
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  • Cyber Stalking
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  • Cyber Security Breaches / Formative Assessment
    0:15:00
Types of Cyber Attacks
6 Lessons 00:15:00 Hours
  • Types of Cyber Attacks
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  • Password Attacks
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  • Denial of Service Attacks
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  • Passive Attacks
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  • Penetration Testing
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  • Types of Cyber Attacks / Formative Assessment
    0:15:00
Prevention Tips
6 Lessons 00:15:00 Hours
  • Prevention Tips
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  • Craft a Strong Password
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  • Two-Step Verification
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  • Download Attachments With Care
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  • Question Legitimacy of Websites
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  • Prevention Tips / Formative Assessment
    0:15:00
Mobile Protection
6 Lessons 00:15:00 Hours
  • Mobile Protection
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  • No Credit Card Numbers
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  • Place Lock on Phone
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  • Don't Save Passwords
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  • No Personalized Contacts Listed
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  • Mobile Protection / Formative Assessment
    0:15:00
Social Network Security
6 Lessons 00:15:00 Hours
  • Social Network Security
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  • Don't Reveal Location
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  • Keep Birthdate Hidden
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  • Have Private Profile
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  • Don't Link Accounts
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  • Social Network Security / Formative Assessment
    0:15:00
Prevention Software
6 Lessons 00:15:00 Hours
  • Prevention Software
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  • Firewalls
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  • Virtual Private Networks
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  • Anti-Virus & Anti-Spyware
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  • Routine Updates
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  • Prevention Software / Formative Assessment
    0:15:00
Critical Cyber Threats
6 Lessons 00:15:00 Hours
  • Critical Cyber Threats
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  • Critical Cyber Threats
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  • Cyber Terrorism
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  • Cyber Warfare
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  • Cyber Espionage
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  • Critical Cyber Threats / Formative Assessment
    0:15:00
Defense Against Hackers
6 Lessons 00:15:00 Hours
  • Defense Against Hackers
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  • Cryptography
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  • Digital Forensics
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  • Intrusion Detection
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  • Legal Recourse
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  • Defense Against Hackers / Formative Assessment
    0:15:00
Summative Assessment
1 Lessons 00:30:00 Hours
  • Summative Assessment
    0:30:00
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  • Achuma Zipho Madubula
    I have enjoyed every single lesson here and i would like to do cyber security, everything here is intresting i some time talk to my self about this course
  • SIPHOKAZI RORWANA
    I have enjoyed every single lesson here and i would like to do cyber security, everything here is intresting i some time talk to my self about this course
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