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Technology Essentials for ISACA® CCOA™

The CCOA is one of the most well-known entry-level certifications for cybersecurity analysts. This course will teach you the main technologies needed for the exam, including operating systems, databases, and networking.

Intermediate
1h 23m

Created by Ricardo Reimao

Last Updated Oct 19, 2026

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Technology Essentials for ISACA® CCOA™

The CCOA is one of the most well-known entry-level certifications for cybersecurity analysts. This course will teach you the main technologies needed for the exam, including operating systems, databases, and networking.

Intermediate
1h 23m

Created by Ricardo Reimao

Last Updated Oct 19, 2026

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What you'll learn

Understanding the basics of networking, operating systems, databases, and applications is key for any cybersecurity professional. In this course, Technology Essentials for ISACA® CCOA™, you’ll gain the ability to understand how computer networks work, the differences between operating systems, and even some basic coding and scripting skills. First, you’ll explore computer networks, including the main network topologies and common TCP protocols. Next, you’ll discover operating systems, databases, and virtualization. Finally, you’ll learn how to code basic scripts to automate some tasks. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of networks, operating systems, and applications to succeed in any cybersecurity position.

Technology Essentials for ISACA® CCOA™
Intermediate
1h 23m
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Ricardo Reimao - Pluralsight course - Technology Essentials for ISACA® CCOA™
Ricardo Reimao
73 courses 4.7 author rating 600 ratings

Ricardo is a Cybersecurity Consultant based in Toronto (Canada). He has 10+ years of IT experience, 6 of them in the IT Security field. His main interests are: SIEM solutions (IBM QRadar), Enterprise Security Risk, Penetration Testing, Security processes/procedures and Network Security.

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