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Google IT security / IT Support Course 5: IT Security: Defense against the digital dark arts 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. You will know the background of encryption algorithms and how they’re used to safeguard data. You will learn about the three As of information security: authentication, authorization, and accounting. You will learn about network security solutions, ranging from firewalls to Wifi encryption options.
This course helps you 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.
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