Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Essentials I
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Approx. 18 hours to complete
Course Summary
This course provides an introduction to cybersecurity and its importance in today's digital world. You will learn about various types of cyber threats, how to protect your personal and business data, and the basics of cryptography.Key Learning Points
- Understand the importance of cybersecurity in today’s digital age
- Learn about different types of cyber threats and how to protect against them
- Get a basic knowledge of cryptography and its role in data protection
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Learning Outcomes
- Gain a basic understanding of cybersecurity principles
- Learn to identify and protect against common cyber threats
- Understand the basics of cryptography and how it is used in data protection
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic computer skills
- Access to the internet
Course Difficulty Level
BeginnerCourse Format
- Self-paced
- Online
- Video lectures
- Quizzes
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- Cybersecurity for Business
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Description
Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Essentials I
Outline
- Essentials I: Module 1 - Course Information
- Essentials I Course Syllabus
- Essentials I Course Information - Textbook, Workforce Roles
- Essentials I Student Project Guidelines
- LAB SETUP START HERE: Connecting to the NDG platform and performing labs.
- Essentials I: Module 2 - Cybersecurity Design Principles
- Reading: Cybersecurity Design
- Reading: PCI Quick Reference Guide
- Reading: Security Models
- Module 2 Quiz
- Essentials I: Module 3 - Security Operating Platform / Firewall Technology
- Video: Next Generation Firewall Setup
- Video: Data Center Security with PaloAlto Networks Firewall
- Video: Data Center Security - East / West Traffic
- Reading: Security Operating Platform
- Reading: Next Generation Firewall Features Overview
- PaloAlto Networks OS Administrator Guide
- Module 3 Quiz
- Essentials I: Module 4 - Cryptography, PKI, and Certificate Protection
- Video: IPSec
- Video: SSL Certificates
- Video: Ransomware Basics
- Video: Unit 42 Ransomware Challenges
- Video: Unit 42 - The future of Ransomware
- Reading: Certificates and PKI
- DISCOVERY: Understanding Cryptography
- DISCOVERY: Cryptography
- DISCOVERY: AES
- DISCOVERY: Hash Algorithms
- Reading: Unit 42 on Ransomware
- Essentials I Student Project Guidelines
- Module 4 Quiz
Summary of User Reviews
Cybersecurity Essentials 1 course on Coursera has received positive reviews from many users. Learners have appreciated the course for its comprehensive content and hands-on approach. The overall rating of the course is high.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Comprehensive contentPros from User Reviews
- Hands-on approach to learning
- Well-structured course content
- Interactive quizzes and assignments
- Great introduction to cybersecurity concepts
- Instructors are knowledgeable and engaging
Cons from User Reviews
- Some learners found the course too basic
- The course can be challenging for those with no technical background
- Some users experienced technical difficulties with the platform
- The course moves quickly, and some learners felt overwhelmed
- The course could benefit from more practical exercises