Cybersecurity for Beginners
Description
Curriculum
Instructor
In this course, you will learn the foundational principles of cybersecurity, including how to protect your data and digital assets from cyber threats. You will gain a solid understanding of the key concepts in cybersecurity, common attacks, and security protocols used to safeguard online information and systems.
What you'll learn
- Introduction to Cybersecurity and Threats
- Network Security Basics
- Security Protocols and Tools
- Common Cyber Attacks and Prevention Techniques
- Data Protection and Encryption
- Safe Internet Browsing Practices
Packages Include
- Certificate of Completion
- Game Project Portfolio
- Playtest Sessions
- Game Deployment on Platforms
Curriculum
- 12 Sections
- 73 Lessons
- 12 Weeks
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- Module 1: Introduction to Cybersecurity6
- 1.1What is Cybersecurity?
- 1.2Understanding the role of cybersecurity in today’s digital world
- 1.3Key concepts and terminology in cybersecurity (firewalls, VPNs, encryption)
- 1.4The Importance of Cybersecurity
- 1.5The rise of cybercrime and data breaches
- 1.6Understanding the impact of a cyber attack on individuals and organizations10 Minutes0 Questions
- Module 2: Understanding Cyber Threats6
- Module 3: Network Security Fundamentals8
- 3.1Introduction to Network Security
- 3.2The role of firewalls, routers, and antivirus software
- 3.3How to secure your Wi-Fi and protect networks from unauthorized access
- 3.4Securing Wireless Networks
- 3.5Understanding encryption protocols (WPA2, WPA3)
- 3.6How to implement network security best practices
- 3.7Setting up game states (game over, win states, level transitions)Copy
- 3.8Managing in-game variables (score, health, time limits)Copy
- Module 4: 2D Game Development8
- 4.1Creating 2D Game WorldsCopy
- 4.2Designing levels, backgrounds, and environmentsCopy
- 4.3Creating 2D characters and objectsCopy
- 4.4Handling collisions, gravity, and movement in 2D spaceCopy
- 4.5Implementing game mechanics like jumping and collecting itemsCopy
- 4.6Animating 2D CharactersCopy
- 4.7Importing and creating animations for characters and objectsCopy
- 4.8Understanding frame-based animation and sprite sheetsCopy
- Module 5: 3D Game Development8
- 5.1Introduction to 3D Game CreationCopy
- 5.2Differences between 2D and 3D gamesCopy
- 5.3Creating and manipulating 3D models, camera controls, and lightingCopy
- 5.4Setting up gravity, character controllers, and 3D environmentsCopy
- 5.5Implementing collision detection and object interactions in 3D spaceCopy
- 5.6Building 3D LevelsCopy
- 5.7Designing 3D environments and adding textures to surfacesCopy
- 5.8Managing the player’s perspective in 3D spaceCopy
- Module 6: Game Animation & UI Design6
- 6.1Game AnimationsCopy
- 6.2Animating characters, enemies, and environmental objects in UnityCopy
- 6.3Understanding keyframe animation and animation controllersCopy
- 6.4UI Design for GamesCopy
- 6.5Creating game menus, health bars, score counters, and other UI elementsCopy
- 6.6Implementing interactive buttons, sliders, and text in the game interfaceCopy
- Module 7: Game Testing & Debugging5
- Module 8: Publishing and Monetization6
- 8.1Game Publishing ProcessCopy
- 8.2Preparing your game for different platforms (PC, mobile, web)Copy
- 8.3Building and exporting your game for releaseCopy
- 8.4Monetizing GamesCopy
- 8.5Introduction to in-game purchases, ads, and game salesCopy
- 8.6Understanding game monetization strategies for indie developersCopy
- Module 4: Data Protection and Privacy6
- Module 5: Cybersecurity Protocols and Tools6
- 10.1Security Protocols
- 10.2Common protocols like SSL/TLS, IPsec, and HTTPS
- 10.3How these protocols help secure online communication
- 10.4Common Cybersecurity Tools
- 10.5Antivirus software, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems (IDS)
- 10.6Basic introduction to using cybersecurity tools to detect threats
- Module 6: Safe Internet Browsing and Social Media Practices6
- 11.1Safe Online Behavior
- 11.2Best practices for safe internet browsing (avoiding malicious websites, phishing attacks)
- 11.3How to identify and avoid scams and phishing attempts
- 11.4Social Media and Privacy
- 11.5Protecting your social media accounts from cyber threats
- 11.6Understanding data privacy in the digital age
- Module 7: Cybersecurity Career Paths3
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