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CompTIA a+_ cyber

CompTIA

Embark on an exciting journey into the world of cybersecurity with the CompTIA A+ Cyber specialization. This comprehensive course is designed for beginners and provides an introduction to cybersecurity, offering basic knowledge and key skills needed to confidently begin training for the CompTIA Security+ certification.

In today's digital age, cybersecurity professionals are in high demand and are among the highest-paying IT career paths. This specialization equips you with the technical skills, analytical thinking, and creative problem-solving qualifications sought after in this fast-growing sector.

  • Understand and perform basic security tasks for Windows computers and home networks
  • Recognize the procedures and tools used in cybersecurity to protect enterprise networks
  • Describe the tools used for managing Linux computers and creating automation scripts

Through this specialization, you'll learn from cybersecurity experts and industry insiders about the day-to-day tasks and challenges you can expect in this role. Gain insights into protecting a company's valuable information from theft and damage, ensuring that computers and networks store and process data according to the organization’s rules. Additionally, acquire practical computer and network administration skills, preparing you to confidently begin a complete cybersecurity training program. This is your first step to becoming a key player in the cybersecurity field.

Don't miss this opportunity to kickstart your career in cybersecurity. Enroll in this specialization today and take the first step towards a promising future in information security.

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Course Modules

Embark on a journey through three comprehensive modules, covering fundamental aspects of computer security support, network security support, and application security support. Gain valuable insights and practical skills to kickstart your career in cybersecurity.

Computer Security Support Fundamentals

Learn about the wide variety of IT security roles and responsibilities that support organizational security. Understand and apply Microsoft Windows operations tasks, including basic computer setup, management, and security. Describe and apply the basics of network function, from internal networks to web browsing safety best practices.

Network Security Support Fundamentals

Gain insight into the basics of enterprise networks and how they are secured. Understand and apply enterprise network security concepts, including authentication, encryption, application security, and enterprise cloud use. Classify network devices, understand cybersecurity disaster recovery, and solve security incident issues.

Application Security Support Fundamentals

Understand the fundamentals of Linux server operations and configure Linux applications and essential tools in securing modern servers. Learn the basics of automation scripting and develop a script to support application security. Explain data management basics and classify data types, key elements of organizational data security.

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