Cyber Security

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About Course

Cybersecurity teaches you how to protect systems, networks, and data from cyber threats. You’ll learn how hackers think, how attacks happen, and how to prevent them using modern security practices. This course prepares you with practical skills in ethical hacking, system protection, and online safety, making you valuable in today’s digital world.

What Will You Learn?

  • • How cybersecurity works and why it is important in today’s digital world
  • • The core principles of security (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability)
  • • How common cyber threats like phishing, malware, and ransomware operate
  • • How to protect your personal data and online accounts from hackers
  • • How to create strong passwords and use Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
  • • How to identify scams and avoid social engineering attacks
  • • Basic networking concepts and how devices communicate on the internet
  • • Understanding IP addresses, ports, and common protocols
  • • The role of firewalls and how they protect networks
  • • Differences between Windows and Linux security systems
  • • Basic use of the Linux terminal and file permissions
  • • How web applications work and where vulnerabilities exist
  • • Introduction to common web attacks like XSS, SQL Injection, and CSRF
  • • Awareness of the OWASP Top 10 security risks
  • • Overview of cybersecurity tools like Nmap, Wireshark, and Burp Suite
  • • Different career paths in cybersecurity and required skills
  • • How to start your cybersecurity journey with a clear learning roadmap

Course Content

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Week 1 (Introduction to Cybersecurity)
This week introduces students to the fundamentals of cybersecurity, including how systems, networks, and data are protected from digital threats. Learners will understand why cybersecurity is essential in today’s connected world and how attacks impact individuals and organizations. By the end of the week, students will be familiar with core concepts such as the CIA triad and common cyber threats, building a strong foundation for further study in cybersecurity.

Week 2 (Devices, Users & Online Safety)
This week focuses on how users and devices are targeted in cyberattacks and how to stay safe while using digital platforms. Students will learn practical security habits such as creating strong passwords, enabling two-factor authentication, and recognizing common scams. By the end of the week, learners will be able to protect their personal data, avoid social engineering attacks, and safely navigate the internet, public Wi-Fi, and social media platforms.

Week 3 (Basic Networking for Cybersecurity)
This week introduces the fundamentals of networking and how devices communicate over the internet, which is essential for understanding cybersecurity. Students will learn key concepts such as IP addresses, DNS, networks (LAN and Internet), and how data moves between systems. By the end of the week, learners will understand how ports, protocols, routers, and firewalls function, giving them a solid foundation to recognize how cyberattacks occur and how networks are protected.

Week 4 (Operating Systems & Security)
This week focuses on how operating systems play a critical role in system security and how different environments handle protection mechanisms. Students will explore the differences between Windows and Linux, understanding their strengths, vulnerabilities, and common use cases in cybersecurity. By the end of the week, learners will gain hands-on knowledge of basic Linux commands, file permissions, and system updates, enabling them to manage and secure systems while reducing potential security risks.

Week 5 (Web & Application Security)
This week focuses on securing web applications and understanding how common vulnerabilities are exploited by attackers. Students will learn how websites function and where security weaknesses can occur within web systems. By the end of the week, learners will be familiar with common attacks such as XSS, SQL Injection, and CSRF, as well as the OWASP Top 10, enabling them to identify risks and apply basic security practices in web applications.

Week 6 (Tools, Careers & Growth Path)
This week introduces students to the tools, career paths, and growth opportunities available in cybersecurity. Learners will explore commonly used tools in the industry and understand how professionals use them to detect, analyze, and prevent cyber threats. By the end of the week, students will gain clarity on different cybersecurity roles, relevant certifications, and how to build a clear learning roadmap to start and grow a successful career in cybersecurity.

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