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About the Course

This is the first course in the Google Cybersecurity Certificate. In this course, learners will be introduced to the cybersecurity profession, including the primary job responsibilities and core skills of entry-level analysts; significant events that led to the development of the cybersecurity field; and security’s continued importance to organizational operations. Learners will also explore the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) eight security domains, common security frameworks and controls, as well as the confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA) triad. This course covers a wide variety of cybersecurity topics to provide an overview of what’s to come in this certificate program. Learners who complete the eight courses in the Google Cybersecurity Certificate will be equipped to apply for entry-level cybersecurity roles. No previous experience is necessary. By the end of this course, you will: - Identify how security attacks impact business operations. - Explore the job responsibilities and core skills of an entry-level cybersecurity analyst. - Recognize how past and present attacks on organizations led to the development of the cybersecurity field. - Learn the CISSP eight security domains. - Identify security domains, frameworks, and controls. - Explain security ethics. - Recognize common tools used by cybersecurity analysts....

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DS

Oct 27, 2023

! Cybersecurity is a critical and multifaceted field that involves protecting computer systems, networks, and data from various digital threats. Here is a review of the foundations of cybersecurity:

CK

May 14, 2023

For a foundation course, this one was easy to understand, it explained all basic concepts in a fluid way and built up the base for the upcoming courses. I'm eager to move on to the other courses now.

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By Roshan

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Dec 16, 2023

Good Course to get understanding of basics

By Bimbo O

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Nov 20, 2023

The basics of cybersecurity well explained

By ANEES K

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Oct 16, 2023

excellent course for the beginner to learn

By Manuel P

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Oct 1, 2023

fun and easy use of the program. loved it.

By Bhuvan S

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Sep 30, 2023

It was easy to understand good explanation

By Saint-Pierre L

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Aug 1, 2023

I HAVE LEARNED A LOT THANKS TO THIS COURSE

By Krash R

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Aug 1, 2023

Great breakdown of foundational principles

By oussema b

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Jul 21, 2023

one of the best courses of all the time :D

By Leonard M

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Jul 6, 2023

I enjoyed every step of this first course.

By Derrick S K

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Jul 5, 2023

I enjoy its detailed classes and lectures.

By James M S

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Jun 15, 2023

gives a great info into the specialization

By Dennis W

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Jun 12, 2023

so proud for this google thank you so much

By Yasan C K A

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Jun 11, 2023

Great Introduction to Cyber Security World

By MUHAMMAD A M K

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May 23, 2023

Great Foundation of Cyber Security Course!

By Mark G T

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May 22, 2023

Great insight from industry professionals.

By Shahzad R

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Jul 30, 2025

This course was an insightful and helpful

By Mupprie G C

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Jun 10, 2025

Thanks you for providing a good course...

By Oluwaseyi R

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Apr 6, 2025

It explains in depth about cybersecurity.

By Suleiman A

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Feb 5, 2025

It is concise, informative and easy going

By Sridhar.k

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Dec 19, 2024

This course is very use full to my cerier

By Zafar H

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Nov 13, 2024

Excellent Content and Delivery Method....

By Michael J

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Nov 6, 2024

Great resource and tool. Very effective.