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About the Course

This course covers a wide variety of IT security concepts, tools, and best practices. It introduces threats and attacks and the many ways they can show up. We’ll give you some background of encryption algorithms and how they’re used to safeguard data. Then, we’ll dive into the three As of information security: authentication, authorization, and accounting. We’ll also cover network security solutions, ranging from firewalls to Wifi encryption options. The course is rounded out by putting all these elements together into a multi-layered, in-depth security architecture, followed by recommendations on how to integrate a culture of security into your organization or team. At the end of this course, you’ll understand: ● how various encryption algorithms and techniques work as well as their benefits and limitations. ● various authentication systems and types. ● the difference between authentication and authorization. ● how to evaluate potential risks and recommend ways to reduce risk. ● best practices for securing a network. ● how to help others to grasp security concepts and protect themselves. ● new AI skills from Google experts to help complete IT tasks....

Top reviews

GS

Apr 12, 2020

Personally, I found this course more dense than the previous courses. I would have liked to have seen more visual descriptions of the topics, e.g. cryptography. But other than that, great course :)

DG

Dec 5, 2020

An absolutely engaging and challenging feat that I am so proud to have completed. I hope this opens new door and better job opportunities so that I can better enhance my future. Thank you Google :)

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By Yashoda D S J

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Feb 7, 2021

I'm very satisfied about this course,course content and all lectures.

By Rendulph N

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Jan 20, 2021

I REALLY SUGGEST THIS PROGRAM FOR EACH AND EVERYONE FOR THE KNOWLEDGE

By Laura G A H

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Oct 2, 2020

Excellent course, I would like you to go deeper into network security

By WEERASINGHEGE G C P W

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Sep 28, 2020

I learned lots of lots new things through this course. Thanks google.

By RG7

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Jul 2, 2020

It's very informative, now im very well prepare towards my new career

By Abebe, Dereje

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May 17, 2020

it was a great addition to the whole Google IT support certification.

By Alexandra A

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May 5, 2020

Wow. I didnt think I could do this but I am so glad I did! Thank you!

By Sanan G

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Apr 4, 2020

Last modules were great however the course lacked practical guidance!

By Kegan R W

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Nov 2, 2018

Just completed the coarse and I cant wait to get into a career in IT!

By Balakrishna

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May 27, 2018

Its a great Course and learned a lot, thank you coursera and googlers

By Mario R d N C

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Apr 30, 2025

esse curso e muito bom voce vai aprende muitasa coisas de tecnologia

By Mirwais M

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Mar 13, 2024

its such a great course and its really important for todays security

By Terrence M

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May 23, 2023

This course is awesome, helps for beginners and any level you're at.

By Deleted A

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Jan 2, 2023

Perfect high level course to prepare for an immersion in IT security

By Mabel P

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Nov 11, 2022

Gained so much knowledge from this course to continue my IT journey.

By Dhaval T

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Aug 21, 2022

Its very easy to grasp and understand, also too much knowledge rich.

By Joseph M

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Mar 1, 2021

Great Experience. I really enjoyed the course. I feel I learned alot

By Deleted A

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Jul 23, 2020

This is exactly what I needed -- a comprehensive introduction to IT!

By marc l

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Jun 10, 2020

I thought this course was very informative and I loved the material.

By Poupak G

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Nov 28, 2019

it gave me a good view of the importance of security! which is great

By Brad D

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Sep 22, 2018

Fantastic introductory course in computer security policy and tools.

By Joe B

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Apr 29, 2018

Great overview of security with helpful tips you can use immediately

By Thapedi T

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Aug 29, 2025

Excellent. The AI education was especially well received. Thank you

By R. G

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Mar 23, 2025

I've learned a lot from this course and I found it awesome. Thanks.

By Jerry B

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Mar 11, 2024

Going through this was a plus for me, thank you so much Google team