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Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Essentials I

Approx. 18 hours to complete

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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

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

Beginner

Course Format

Self-paced
Online
Video lectures
Quizzes

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Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Essentials I

Course Description: Essentials I provides the student with a partial understanding of the fundamental tenants of cybersecurity and covers the general security concepts involved in maintaining a secure network computing environment. Students will partially learn the nature and scope of today’s cybersecurity challenges, strategies for network defense, as well as detailed information about next-generation cybersecurity solutions. Students will also deploy a variety of security methodologies as well as technologies and concepts used for implementing a secure network environment. Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: • Formulate an industry-standard design to protect infrastructure against cybersecurity threats. • Apply advanced filtering methodologies such as user, application, and content ID to protect against all known and unknown attack vectors. • Describe the basics of cryptography including synchronous/asynchronous encryption, PKI, and certificates.

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 content

Pros 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

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