This course forms part of a series of courses that offers a good starting point for a career in cybersecurity. It will help you gain knowledge and skills related to networking and cloud computing and get you one step closer to the Microsoft Cybersecurity Analyst Professional Certificate, which requires no degree or prior experience.
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After completing this course you’ll be able to:
• Identify the main concepts of networking
• Explain common network infrastructure and monitoring
• Describe network security components, approaches, and mitigation
• Define and explain key concepts of the cloud computing environment, virtual machines, and cloud services.
This is also a great way to prepare for the Microsoft SC-900 exam. By passing the SC-900 exam, you’ll earn the Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals Certification.
This course is part of the Microsoft Cybersecurity Analyst Professional Certificate.
Syllabus
Computer Networking
Module 1
In this module computer basics are explained, including hardware and operating systems. You will also learn where threats to cybersecurity can originate in the computing landscape, and cover a broad overview of how these threats can result in a security breach.
Network devices and protocols
Module 2
In this week you will gain insights on devices that are found on their networks. And what is the underlying architecture that allows these devices to communicate. The module will discuss various protocols used as well as the ports to which they connect.
Network security
Module 3
In this module the learner will expand upon their knowledge of networks by going into greater depth on the operations of the network. The role of the server as the central point of the network will be discussed. Additionally the area of security will be investigated as well as the role of the firewall in protecting the user.
Cloud computing and networking
Module 4
In this module the learner will expand upon their knowledge of networks by going into greater depth on the operations of the network. The role of the server as the central point of the network will be discussed. Additionally the area of security will be investigated as well as the role of the firewall in protecting the user.
Networking and cloud computing
Module 5
This Module details any Project specified for the course as well as the particulars of the assessment to be completed This Module also provides a recap of the course learning aims and objectives. Learners are directed to reflect on this course's content and on the learning achieved and to consider the next steps in their learning journey.
