Cyber Security 101: Essential Skills to Stay Safe Online is a beginner-friendly course designed to help you understand and protect yourself in today’s digital world. As our daily activities increasingly depend on the internet, the risk of cyber threats such as phishing, malware, ransomware, and data breaches continues to grow. This course provides a clear and practical introduction to cyber security, making it easy for anyone to learn without prior technical knowledge.
You will start by understanding the core concepts of cyber security, including threats, vulnerabilities, and risk management. The course then explains common types of cyber attacks and how they work, helping you recognize warning signs before they cause harm. You will also learn essential safety practices such as creating strong passwords, identifying suspicious emails, and using secure browsing techniques.
In addition, the course introduces important principles like confidentiality, integrity, and availability, along with basic network security concepts. You will gain insight into how tools like firewalls and antivirus software help protect systems and data.
