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About the Course

This is the first course in the Google Cybersecurity Certificate. In this course, learners will be introduced to the cybersecurity profession, including the primary job responsibilities and core skills of entry-level analysts; significant events that led to the development of the cybersecurity field; and security’s continued importance to organizational operations. Learners will also explore the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) eight security domains, common security frameworks and controls, as well as the confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA) triad. This course covers a wide variety of cybersecurity topics to provide an overview of what’s to come in this certificate program. 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:

CK

May 14, 2023

For a foundation course, this one was easy to understand, it explained all basic concepts in a fluid way and built up the base for the upcoming courses. I'm eager to move on to the other courses now.

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By Lilla B

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Jul 22, 2023

Super useful beginner level course, where you can learn the basics of cybersecurity.

By Dan S

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Jun 28, 2023

The keyword here is 'Foundation'. This builds a good base to move onward and upward.

By FATAI W A

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May 26, 2023

The course is amazing loaded with updated information. God bless Google and Coursera

By Muhammed K

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May 19, 2023

Great delivery by the instructor Toni, ideas were very clear and easy to understand.

By Freddy G G

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Feb 28, 2025

pues el inicio es bein completo de enseñarte cual fue el origen de la cybersecurity

By Jose M B

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Feb 18, 2025

The course is incredibly fantastic. I'm so excited for this new journey in my life.

By Roberto R S

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Aug 7, 2024

So far I like the way subjects have been broken down along with the examples given.

By Azeem I

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Jul 31, 2024

It was a wonderful experience in course 1 related to foundations of cyber security.

By Rahul S

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Jul 13, 2024

It is a very helpful course for beginners with no prior knowledge in cyber security

By Alison A

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May 26, 2024

Clear and easy to understand course for new prospects in the field of cybersecurity

By Hamsaraju J

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Mar 26, 2024

really this course more useful for today technology we learn how to safe our data

By Matthew S

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Mar 25, 2024

Really good introduction into the foundations of cyber security. Highly recommended

By Tracey S L

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Mar 20, 2024

Great starter course not too much in introduction which is perfect 👍 happy so far

By Joseph C ( @

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Mar 11, 2024

Great content arrangement and curriculum design. Can't wait to enroll next program.

By Kimberly G

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Feb 6, 2024

Straight to the point while still being very informative and kept me fully engaged.

By Yesenia R

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Feb 5, 2024

This course is perfect for someone transitioning into this field. Very informative.

By Jorawal S

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Jan 14, 2024

The best foundation course for beginner to learn the fundamentals of Cybersecurity.

By aymen k

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Sep 25, 2023

this course cover al the fundamental of cyber security that you need to get started

By La'Trece M

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Sep 23, 2023

The learning was really informative and captivating. I will be taking more courses.

By Marcos C

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Sep 22, 2023

This is a non-skip course if you are willing to join the cybersecurity brotherhood!

By Carlos E S

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Sep 21, 2023

the Best Program to leaning cleair protect Business . People and the Organisation

By Brandon

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Aug 15, 2023

A ton of information, lots of Quizzes to test what you are learning along the way.

By Durante C

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Jul 28, 2023

This is a really thorough introduction to Cyber Security, perfect for the beginner.

By Cindy P

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Jul 18, 2023

Great learning material. Makes me confident to start this new chapter in my career.

By Abhishek K

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May 17, 2023

This course helped me that what cybersecurity is and what its purpose in our world.