Cybersec-ess
Cybersecurity Essentials
Learn valuable security principles to improve your defense strategies and techniques, hereby boosting your job employability.
- Practice in 51 Hands-On Labs — nothing to install
- 27 Interactive Lessons and 102 topics mapped to the official exam objectives
- 134 Practice Test Questions
Beginner Self-paced · 1 year access 4.9/5 (173 Reviews)
51 Hands-On LiveLabs
Practice real IT tasks in guided environments.
- Real environments
- Auto-graded
- No installation
27Interactive Lessons
102Topics
51LiveLab
134Practice Test Questions
686Flashcards
686Glossary of terms
01 / Skills you'll get
What you will be able to do
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This course, aligned with "Cybersecurity Essentials" ebook, offers a detailed yet approachable introduction to the cybersecurity field. By exploring core areas like infrastructure and network security, you'll gain the knowledge to protect devices, data, and systems from evolving cyber threats. In addition, the course uses real-world scenarios to solidify your understanding and prepares you for industry certifications.
- Recognize and defend against common cyber threats.
- Implement essential security practices.
- Secure their devices and systems by configuring security settings.
- Understand network protection methods like firewalls and access controls.
- Develop critical thinking skills to identify vulnerabilities and implement appropriate security measures.
Course Highlights
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27 Structured Lessons Comprehensive coverage of core course objectives
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51 Hands-On LiveLabs Interactive guided scenarios with instant evaluation
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134 Practice Questions Assessment tests with detailed answer rationales
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1 Year Full Access Self-paced learning accessible anytime on all devices
02 / Lessons & labs
See exactly what you will learn and practice
Lessons
27 Interactive Lessons · 102 topics01 Introduction 3 topics +
- Security Challenges
- Who Should Read This Course
- What Is Covered in This Course
02 Infrastructure Security in the Real World 2 topics +
- Security Challenges
- Summary
03 Understanding Access-Control and Monitoring Systems 8 topics +
- A Quick Primer on Infrastructure Security
- Access Control
- Security Policies
- Physical Security Controls
- Access-Control Gates
- Authentication Systems
- Remote-Access Monitoring
- Hands-On Exercises
04 Understanding Video Surveillance Systems 2 topics +
- Video Surveillance Systems
- Hands-On Exercises
05 Understanding Intrusion-Detection and Reporting Systems 2 topics +
- Intrusion-Detection and Reporting Systems
- Hands-On Exercises
06 Infrastructure Security: Review Questions and Hands-On Exercises 3 topics +
- Summary Points
- Security Challenge Scenarios
- Review Questions
07 Local Host Security in the Real World 2 topics +
- Security Challenges
- Summary
08 Securing Devices 3 topics +
- The Three Layers of Security
- Securing Host Devices
- Hands-On Exercises
09 Protecting the Inner Perimeter 2 topics · 19 LiveLab +
- The Inner Perimeter
- Hands-On Exercises
19 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
10 Protecting Remote Access 9 topics · 4 LiveLab +
- Protecting Local Computing Devices
- Implementing Local Protection Tools
- Using Local Intrusion-Detection Tools
- Configuring Browser Security Options
- Defending Against Malicious Software
- Hardening Operating Systems
- Overseeing Application Software Security
- Applying Software Updates and Patches
- Hands-On Exercises
4 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
11 Local Host Security: Review Questions and Hands-On Exercises 3 topics +
- Summary Points
- Security Challenge Scenarios
- Review Questions
12 Local Network Security in the Real World 2 topics +
- Security Challenges
- Summary
13 Networking Basics 7 topics · 1 LiveLab +
- Understanding the Basics of Networking
- The OSI Networking Model
- Data Transmission Packets
- OSI Layer Security
- Network Topologies
- Logical Topologies
- Hands-On Exercises
1 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
14 Understanding Networking Protocols 3 topics · 8 LiveLab +
- The Basics of Networking Protocols
- Network Control Strategies
- Hands-On Exercises
8 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
15 Understanding Network Servers 2 topics · 4 LiveLab +
- The Basics of Network Servers
- Hands-On Exercises
4 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
16 Understanding Network Connectivity Devices 6 topics +
- Network Switches
- Routers
- Gateways
- Network Bridges
- Wireless Network Connectivity
- Hands-On Exercises
17 Understanding Network Transmission Media Security 3 topics +
- The Basics of Network Transmission MEDIA
- Transmission Media Vulnerabilities
- Hands-On Exercises
18 Local Network Security: Review Questions 2 topics +
- Summary Points
- Security Challenge Scenarios
19 Perimeter Security in the Real World 2 topics +
- Security Challenges
- Summary
20 Understanding the Environment 3 topics · 4 LiveLab +
- The Basics of Internet Security
- Understanding the Environment
- Hands-On Exercises
4 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
21 Hiding the Private Network 2 topics · 5 LiveLab +
- Understanding Private Networks
- Hands-On Exercises
5 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
22 Protecting the Perimeter 8 topics +
- Understanding the Perimeter
- Firewalls
- Network Appliances
- Proxy Servers
- Demilitarized Zones (DMZs)
- Honeypots
- Extranets
- Hands-On Exercises
23 Protecting Data Moving Through the Internet 3 topics · 1 LiveLab +
- Securing Data in Motion
- Cryptography
- Hands-On Exercises
1 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
24 Tools and Utilities 3 topics · 4 LiveLab +
- Using Basic Tools
- Monitoring Tools and Software
- Hands-On Exercises
4 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
25 Identifying and Defending Against Vulnerabilities 9 topics · 1 LiveLab +
- Zero Day Vulnerabilities
- Software Exploits
- Social Engineering Exploits
- Network Threats and Attacks
- Dictionary Attacks
- Denial of Service (DoS) Attacks
- Spam
- Other Exploits
- Hands-On Exercises
1 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
26 Perimeter Security: Review Questions and Hands-On Exercises 3 topics +
- Summary Points
- Security Scenario Review
- Review Questions
27 Appendix A: NIST Preliminary Cybersecurity Framework 5 topics +
- Identify
- Protect
- Detect
- Respond
- Recover
Hands-On Labs Our edge
51 LiveLabs- Converting a FAT32 Partition to NTFS Using Disk Management
- Converting a FAT32 Partition to NTFS Using PowerShell
- Converting a FAT32 Partition to FAT Using Disk Management
- Establishing a VPN Connection
- Configuring Inbound Rules for Firewall
- Establishing Lockout Policies
- Configuring Auditing in Windows
- Using BitLocker Data Encryption Tools
- Configuring Firewall Settings
- Encrypting and Decrypting a File Using AES Crypt
- Creating Folder Permissions
- Using Microsoft File Encryption Tools
- Configuring Application Control Policy
- Establishing User and Group Account
- Enabling Event Logging
- Knowing Filesystem in Linux
- Configuring Share Permissions
- Adding a Printer
- Observing the Impact of Moving an Encrypted File
- Setting Password Policies
- Capturing the Network Traffic Using Wireshark
- Creating a TCP Outbound Rule
- Creating an ICMP Outbound Rule
- Configuring File and Share Permissions
- Assigning File or Folder Permissions
- Using the PING Command
- Configuring Advanced Permissions
- Using the nbtstat and tracert Utilities
- Using the arp and netstat Utilities
- Modifying the Command Prompt Window
- Knowing MAC, IPv4, and IPv6 addresses
- Adding a Loopback Adapter and Class A/B/C IPv4 Addresses
- Monitoring the Denial of Service (DoS) Attack
- Viewing the Application, Security, and System Logs
- Scanning Vulnerabilities Using Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer
- Adding Users or Groups in a Linux Distribution
- Examining Browsing History Options
- Configuring Pop-up Blocker Settings
- Accessing the Security Settings in Internet Explorer
- Adding a Site to a Security Zone
- Creating a Virtual Switch
- Checking Hyper-V Compatibility
- Enabling Hyper-V in Windows
- Pinning Hyper-V Manager to the Taskbar
- Installing a Linux Distribution in Hyper-V
- Using MD5 Hash Algorithms
- Using the nslookup and tracert Utilities
- Capturing Packet Using Wireshark
- Scanning Network Using Nmap
- Using the ipconfig and ping Commands
- Creating a New Software Restriction Policy
Labs run in your browser — nothing to install.
03 / FAQs
Questions before you start
How long does it take to complete the course? +
The course completion time will depend on your learning pace, but most students finish it within 6 months or more.
What are the benefits of completing this course? +
You’ll gain a foundational understanding of cybersecurity essentials skills for all, learn to secure devices and networks, prepare for entry-level certifications, and develop critical thinking skills for navigating cyber threats.
What kind of support is available during the course? +
You'll have access to various support options throughout the course, such as 24/7 support team, downloadables, hands-on cyber security labs, gamified testpreps, video tutorials, and more.
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Take the Cybersecurity Essential Training to Gain Job-Relevant Skills
Apply your knowledge through hands-on labs to secure devices, networks, and data from evolving cyberattacks.
- 1 year of full access
- 51 LiveLab included
- Certificate of completion
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