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General Security Concepts for CompTIA Security+

A strong foundation in cybersecurity concepts is critical to building a successful career. This course will teach you the essential concepts necessary to strengthen a company’s security posture as well and prepare you for the Security+ exam.

Beginner
1h 24m
(42)

Created by Christopher Rees

Last Updated Nov 21, 2023

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General Security Concepts for CompTIA Security+

A strong foundation in cybersecurity concepts is critical to building a successful career. This course will teach you the essential concepts necessary to strengthen a company’s security posture as well and prepare you for the Security+ exam.

Beginner
1h 24m
(42)

Created by Christopher Rees

Last Updated Nov 21, 2023

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What you'll learn

A successful career in cybersecurity is built upon a strong foundation of security concepts, tools, and techniques. In this course, General Security Concepts for CompTIA Security+, you will learn the categories and control types used to harden a company’s security posture. Next, you’ll explore the various methods used to identify gaps, authenticate resources, and secure a company’s infrastructure. Finally, you’ll discover the importance of change management, along with understanding the need to use appropriate cryptographic solutions. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the general security concepts necessary for the Security+ exam.

General Security Concepts for CompTIA Security+
Beginner
1h 24m
(42)
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Christopher Rees
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Chris is a lifelong learner and professional information technologist, trainer and IT Manager. Married with 3 children, Chris is interested in martial arts, working out, spending time with family and friends and being creative whenever possible.

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