The Absolute Beginners Guide to Cyber Security 2025 - Part 2
Why take this course?
🔒 The Absolute Beginners Guide to Cyber Security 2024 - Part 2 🚀
Part 2 of the Comprehensive Cyber Security Series for Beginners! Elevate your Cyber Security knowledge with this engaging and informative course!
Course Highlights:
- Core Topics Focus: Networking, Privacy & Anonymity, Malware (Viruses, Rootkits, Ransomware), Backups & Encryption, Social Engineering, Email Security, and Windows 10 Security Enhancements.
- Essential Skills for Home & Work Security: Apply what you learn to protect yourself and your organization against cyber threats.
- Hands-On Learning Experience: Over nearly 100 lectures and almost 7 hours of content, with each chapter ending in a comprehensive review.
- No Prior Knowledge Required: Perfect for non-professionals and students with a basic understanding of cyber security.
Course Content & Structure:
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Networking Fundamentals 🌐
- Dive into the basics with TCP/IP protocol suite and domain name system (DNS).
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Privacy & Anonymity Online 🕵️♂️
- Learn how to protect your online identity from advertisers and websites.
- Master the use of proxy servers, VPNs, and Tor for secure browsing.
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Malware Explained 🧬
- Understand various types of malware including viruses, rootkits, and ransomware.
- Get familiar with a range of anti-malware software to safeguard your system.
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Data Backup & Encryption 🗂️
- Discover cloud backup solutions and their pros and cons.
- Learn how to back up and encrypt your hard drive and sensitive data for added security.
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Social Engineering Defenses 🧩
- Explore tactics used by social engineers to manipulate individuals.
- Learn psychological tricks and how to avoid falling victim to such attacks.
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Secure Email Communication ✉️
- Uncover the secrets behind email delivery and security.
- Utilize services like Guerrilla Mail and ProtonMail for secure communications.
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Locking Down Windows 10 🛡️
- Learn to harden your Windows 10 operating system against malware threats.
- Apply key settings and adjustments to enhance security.
Why Enroll?
- Beginner-Friendly: No technical background needed, designed for anyone who uses a computer and the internet.
- Practical Knowledge: Learn real-world applications of cyber security principles.
- Detailed Resources: Each section includes resources to aid your learning journey.
- Interactive Learning: Engage with content that encourages active participation and understanding.
- Certification: Receive a verifiable certificate of completion to showcase your new skills.
Take the Next Step in Your Cyber Security Journey! 🎓
Don't wait for a cyber security incident to happen. Protect yourself and your digital assets with knowledge that matters. Enroll in this comprehensive course today and secure your digital world with confidence.
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Comidoc Review
Our Verdict
Delivering an extensive overview of essential cyber security concepts and practices, this course is a solid starting point for beginners. Nevertheless, it requires critical updates to maintain its relevance and effectiveness; the outdated content coupled with unevenly executed demonstrations negatively impact the overall learning experience. Ideally, rectifying these issues will significantly enhance the course's value and ensure students receive accurate information while preparing them for entry-level roles in IT or cyber security.
What We Liked
- Comprehensive coverage of cyber security basics, from networking and malware to encryption, VPNs, and privacy
- Instructor is knowledgeable and engaging, delivering content in a clear and concise manner
- Course includes practical examples, demonstrations, and covers both theoretical and hands-on aspects
- Well-structured and organized, with a solid roadmap for understanding cyber security concepts
Potential Drawbacks
- Content needs to be updated, as some information is outdated, particularly the Windows 10 settings demonstration
- Some demos appear unpolished and haphazard, with occasional performance issues and unexpected outcomes
- Minimal to no interaction in the form of quizzes or assessments at the end of each section for reinforcing knowledge
- A few redundancies with Part 1 of 'The Absolute Beginners Guide to Cyber Security' course, some overlap in content