Introduction to Cybersecurity Essentials

IBM offers a beginner-friendly course called Introduction to Cybersecurity Essentials that covers the fundamentals of cybersecurity. Along with fundamental security procedures like authentication, encryption, password management, and device protection, you will learn about typical cyberthreats including malware, phishing, and social engineering. To help you lay a solid foundation for future cybersecurity education, the course also covers cybersecurity best practices, access control, and physical security. It is intended for students who have little or no prior experience.

Provider/Creator: IBM
Platform: Coursera
Category: Security Fundamentals
Level: Beginner
Duration: 1–4 weeks
Certificate: Optional
Rating: ⭐ 4.9/5
Direct Course Link: Introduction to Cybersecurity Essentials
Recommended For: Beginners, students, career changers, IT support professionals, and anyone interested in cybersecurity.