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Computer Security

Computer security essentials: authentication, security models, cryptography and network defense.

$39.9 one-time21 lessons3h 45mSelf-pacedCertificate of completion

Outline

12 sections

  1. 01Introducing computer systems and security
  2. 02Computers, data and programs
  3. 03Operating Systems and Data
  4. 04Data representation and manipulation
  5. 05Personal computer system architecture
  6. 06Operating systems, virtualisation and security
  7. 07Authentication
  8. 08Authorisation and access control
  9. 09Introduction to computer networking
  10. 10Network authentication
  11. 11Computer security and protection
  12. 12Quiz

Course facts

Course details

Course
Computer Security
Track
Computing & engineering
Price
$39.9
Lessons
21
Estimated study time
3h 45m
Delivery
100% online, self-paced
Language
English
On completion
Certificate of completion — a non-degree credential

What you receive

Certificate of completion

Completing all lessons and activities in this course produces an official certificate of completion with a unique verification ID.

Computer Security — sample certificate of completion issued by ACLAS

Course completion certificate

Issued in the learner's name upon completing this course. Includes the course title, date of completion, and a unique certificate ID verifiable worldwide.

Course certificates recognize completion of standalone professional study. They carry a unique certificate ID that can be authenticated online at any time.

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Certificate of completion

Finish this course and receive a certificate of completion naming the course. No further commitment.

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A named credential

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Academic credit

Many of these courses are also taught inside the five ACLAS degrees, where they carry academic credit.

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USD 39.9 one-time. Self-paced, online, with a certificate of completion at the end.