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CourseraIntroduction to Cyber Security
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A Grounded Start in Cyber Security
From New York University, this beginner specialization introduces the core ideas behind protecting information and systems — from how cyber attacks actually happen to the cryptography and network security principles used to stop them.
Who it's for
Anyone considering a security career, or an IT professional who wants a structured foundation before specializing further into a domain like network security or ethical hacking.
What you'll cover
- Common attack types, including DDoS and exploitation techniques
- Cryptography and secure system design
- Risk assessment and threat modeling frameworks
Over 73,000 learners have already gone through it, making it a well-validated on-ramp into the field — one that treats security as a mindset built from risk assessment, technical controls, and ongoing threat awareness.
About this course
Offered by New York University. Cyber Security. An introduction to modern information and system protection technology and methods. Enroll for free.
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Risk, Cyber Attacks, Threat Modeling, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cyber Security Assessment, Data Integrity, Computer Security, Exploitation techniques, Information Systems Security, Cryptography, Network Security, Security Engineering, Threat Management, Cybersecurity.
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