Fundamentals of Network Security

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Equivalent to FETAC: Level 5 | Equivalent to QCF (UK): Level 3

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Be more aware of security risks on your computer and learn how to protect a computer network successfully

By Publisher: OpenLearn | Factsheet | Demo

Computer networks are central to modern digital communication technologies; however, network security is constantly under attack from both external and internal sources.


This free online course examines the fundamentals of network security and covers topics such as active and passive attacks on networks, encryption, symmetric and asymmetric key systems, authentication using certification authorities, and access control using passwords and firewalls.


This course will be of interest to IT professionals who want to learn more about network security or students who are interested in a career as an IT or network administrator.

Modules in Fundamentals of Network Security

Learning Outcome

Upon completion of this course you will understand and be more aware of the potential threats that are continuously experienced in computer networks today. You will know the measures that need to be taken to avoid these problems in your own computer network. You will know the businesses that are more at risk of security concerns and the actions taken to reduce these concerns in a business. You will understand factors of security, such as encryption, that are used to protect computer networks.

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Comments & Reviews

  • Berrayah Bounouar - Algeria

    2013-05-13 12:05:17

    Course Module: Module 2: Threats to Communication NetworksCourse Topic: Digital Dangers - Audio FileComment: Course Module: Module 1: Introduction to Network Security
    Course Topic: Importance of Effective Network Security Strategies
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  • Berrayah Bounouar - Algeria

    2013-05-13 12:05:16

    Course Module: Module 2: Threats to Communication NetworksCourse Topic: Digital Dangers - Audio FileComment: Course Module: Module 1: Introduction to Network Security
    Course Topic: Importance of Effective Network Security Strategies
    Comment: Almon did a great job although he was a business man. Salute for those types of man for whom today we find

  • Berrayah Bounouar - Algeria

    2013-05-13 12:05:09

    Course Module: Module 2: Threats to Communication NetworksCourse Topic: Digital Dangers - Audio FileComment: Course Module: Module 1: Introduction to Network Security
    Course Topic: Importance of Effective Network Security Strategies
    Comment: Almon did a great job although he was a business man. Salute for those types of man for whom today we find

  • Berrayah Bounouar - Algeria

    2013-05-13 12:05:41

    Course Module: Module 2: Threats to Communication NetworksCourse Topic: Digital Dangers - Audio FileComment: Course Module: Module 2: Threats to Communication Networks
    Course Topic: Digital Dangers - Audio File
    Comment: Is the audio file is down-loadable? If then how?

  • ANDRES HOLGUIN - United States of America

    2013-05-09 21:05:36

    Course Module: Module 2: Threats to Communication NetworksCourse Topic: Digital Dangers - Audio FileComment: great information about security network