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Cybersecurity Basics: Protect Yourself & Your Data Online

Categories: CYBER SECURITY
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This free, beginner-friendly course covers the essential principles of cybersecurity, helping you understand how to stay safe in an increasingly digital world. Learn to recognize common threats, such as phishing and malware, and discover practical tips for securing your devices, accounts, and online activities. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and tools needed to protect yourself and your personal data online.

What Will You Learn?

  • In this free beginner-friendly course, you will:
  • Understand the Basics of Cybersecurity:
  • Learn what cybersecurity is and why it’s essential for everyone in the digital age.
  • Recognize Common Cyber Threats:
  • Identify common online threats such as phishing, malware, and ransomware and how they affect your devices and data.
  • Secure Your Devices & Accounts:
  • Discover practical steps to secure your smartphones, laptops, and online accounts with strong passwords, multi-factor authentication, and antivirus software.
  • Practice Safe Online Habits:
  • Learn how to browse safely, identify secure websites, avoid unsafe Wi-Fi networks, and protect your personal information online.
  • Protect Your Privacy:
  • Understand how to manage your digital footprint, control privacy settings on social media, and apply basic data protection strategies.
  • Implement Cybersecurity Best Practices:
  • Gain actionable tips for safeguarding your data and ensuring your online activities remain private and secure.
  • By the end of this course, you will be able to protect your personal information, navigate the internet securely, and recognize potential cyber threats before they affect you.

Course Content

Module 1: Introduction to Cybersecurity
Lesson 1.1: What is Cybersecurity? Definition and Importance of Cybersecurity The Growing Need for Cybersecurity in the Digital Age Lesson 1.2: Types of Cyber Threats Malware, Phishing, Ransomware How Cyber Attacks Affect Individuals and Organizations

Module 2: Understanding Cyber Threats
Lesson 2.1: Phishing Scams and How to Spot Them What is Phishing? Identifying Fake Emails and Links Lesson 2.2: Malware and Ransomware What is Malware? Preventing Malware and Ransomware Attacks Lesson 2.3: Social Engineering Attacks Understanding Social Engineering Techniques Recognizing Manipulative Tactics Online

Module 3: Securing Your Devices
Lesson 3.1: Device Security Basics Keeping Your Devices Updated The Importance of Antivirus Software Lesson 3.2: Securing Your Smartphone & Laptop Tips for Securing Personal Devices Best Practices for Mobile Security Lesson 3.3: Password Security Creating Strong Passwords Using Password Managers

Module 4: Protecting Your Online Accounts
Lesson 4.1: Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) What is MFA? How to Enable MFA on Popular Platforms Lesson 4.2: Securing Social Media Accounts Privacy Settings on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Avoiding Oversharing and Tracking Lesson 4.3: Safe Browsing Habits How to Identify Secure Websites Using Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)

Module 5: Safe Online Practices and Digital Responsibility
Lesson 5.1: Recognizing Secure Websites What Does HTTPS Mean? How to Verify Website Security Lesson 5.2: Avoiding Unsafe Public Wi-Fi Networks The Risks of Using Public Wi-Fi Using VPNs and Other Security Tools Lesson 5.3: Ethical Use of Personal Data Understanding Data Privacy Laws (GDPR, CCPA) How to Protect Your Personal Information Online

Module 6: Recap & Final Test
Lesson 6.1: Review of Key Concepts Quick Recap of Cybersecurity Basics Lesson 6.2: Final Quiz A short quiz to test learners’ understanding Lesson 6.3: Certificate of Completion Option to download a course completion certificate

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Hanumanth J
4 weeks ago
Good Course!!

Instructors are really superb and knowledgeable.
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Surge Swipe
4 weeks ago
I really enjoyed the Cybersecurity Basics course! The content was clear and easy to follow. I learned how to spot phishing emails and secure my online accounts with multi-factor authentication. The course helped me understand the importance of using strong passwords and protecting my personal data. Highly recommend it for beginners!

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