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Introduction to Personal Digital Security

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In today's digital world, protecting your personal data and privacy is more important than ever. This course introduces key concepts of personal digital security, including how to avoid common threats, recognize malware, and secure your devices. Learn essential practices to safeguard yourself from cyber threats and ensure your personal information stays protected.

Syllabus

  • Avoiding Social Engineering Attacks: Learn how hackers use phishing, spam, scams, and influence campaigns to trick victims.
    • Article: Phishing
    • Lesson: Spam, Scams, and Other Falsehoods
    • Article: Influence Campaigns
  • Hackers and Cyber Attacks: Learn about common malware and threat actors.
    • Lesson: Malware
    • Lesson: Threat Actors
  • Securing Your Computer: Learn some tips and tricks for securing your personal computers.
    • Article: Personal Security Best Practices
    • Article: Personal Security: Hardening Your Device
    • Article: Linux Hardening
    • Article: Windows Hardening
  • Personal Digital Security Next Steps: Congratulations! You've completed this course. Where should you go next?
    • Informational: Next Steps: Personal Digital Security

Taught by

Sarai Fernandez

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