CoursesIntroduction to Cybersecurity
Beginner 2h estimated 4 modules 12 lessons
Introduction to Cybersecurity
A practical introduction to cybersecurity fundamentals — the CIA triad, common threats like malware and phishing, and the core defenses (passwords, MFA, encryption, backups) every individual and organization relies on.
Skills covered
CybersecurityNetwork SecurityMalwarePhishingPassword SecurityWeb SecurityIncident Response
What you'll learn
Explain the CIA triad and why it underpins security thinking
Identify common threat actors and their motivations
Recognize malware types and phishing/social engineering tactics
Understand password attacks and how to defend against them
Apply core defenses: strong passwords, MFA, password managers
Understand firewalls, VPNs, and encryption at a practical level
Understand web, cloud, and mobile security basics
Know the basic incident response lifecycle and next steps into the field