The Cyber Security Landscape

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Brief Introduction

Understand cyber security today: explore threats and the key functions of cyber security within a commercial organisation.

Course Summary

Learn about the ever-evolving cyber security landscape and develop the skills to protect yourself and others online.

Key Learning Points

  • Understand the principles of cyber security and its importance in today's world
  • Explore the different types of cyber threats and how to prevent them
  • Learn about the legal and ethical issues surrounding cyber security

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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the importance of cyber security in today's world
  • Develop skills to protect yourself and others online
  • Learn about the legal and ethical issues surrounding cyber security

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • No prior knowledge of cyber security is required
  • A basic understanding of computer systems and the internet is recommended

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online self-paced course
  • Video lectures
  • Interactive quizzes and activities
  • Peer-to-peer discussions

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  • Introduction to Cyber Security
  • Cyber Security for Small and Medium Enterprises: Identifying Threats and Preventing Attacks

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Requirements

  • This course is for anyone looking to increase their knowledge of cyber security and protect themselves against cyber attacks. Please note that the individuals detailed in the ‘Who will you learn with?’ section below, are current staff members and may be subject to change.

Knowledge

  • Current and emerging security implicationsNetworks and security, loss of the traditional LAN and LAN perimeterConsumerisation of corporate technology through apps, tablets and smartphonesClient-side threats, web-server security, web-applications securityOperating system securityConcepts, problems and issues related to modern technologies

Summary of User Reviews

This course on cyber security offers a comprehensive overview of the current landscape. Users have praised its practical approach and relevant content. However, some have noted the course could benefit from more interactive elements and clearer structure.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Users appreciated the practical approach and real-life examples used throughout the course.

Pros from User Reviews

  • Relevant and up-to-date content
  • Practical approach with real-life examples
  • Engaging lecturers with industry experience

Cons from User Reviews

  • Lack of interactive elements
  • Unclear structure and organization
  • Some technical jargon may be difficult for beginners to follow
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Anitha Chinnaswamy
Coventry University
Futurelearn

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