Introduction to Cybersecurity

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Overview

This course provides an overview of the evolving field of cybersecurity, with an introduction to cybersecurity standards and law. Students will learn about common cyber attacks and the techniques for identifying, detecting, and defending against cybersecurity threats. They will also gain a basic understanding of personal, physical, network, web, and wireless security, as well as a foundation for more advanced study of cybersecurity.

Taught by

Gary M. Jackson

Computer Science / Cybersecurity

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Introduction to Cybersecurity

Brought by: Canvas Network

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