Learning Computer Security and Internet Safety
With Jess Stratton
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Duration: 1h 1m
Skill level: General
Released: 11/21/2024
Course details
This beginner's guide to computer security shows how to prevent malware, viruses, and security breaches on your computers and networks. Instructor Jess Stratton guides you through securing your computer—with antivirus software, firewalls, and encryption—and protecting your wireless network. See how to adjust privacy and security settings in popular web browsers, avoid phishing scams, use public Wi-Fi safely, and enable two-step verification for more-secure logins. Then take steps to bolster your online privacy— including turning on “do not track” requests—as well as the privacy of others, by blurring out sensitive information in photos and emails. Check out this course to be better prepared to secure your computer and laptop and keep your information safe online.
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- Test your knowledge 5 quizzes
- Learn on the go Access on tablet and phone
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