New network threats are constantly evolving. As a result, a network professional must unceasingly learn about and adapt to new developments. This course provides a comprehensive overview of various threats and potential solutions. It begins by illustrating areas of risk, especially the policies, procedures, and solutions to ensure recovery and business continuity in the event of an attack. In addition, you will learn about the various kinds of threats, including ones unique to wireless infrastructure and those that are non-technical. You will also explore how to reduce your vulnerabilities or 'attack surface'.
The next part delves into methods to make a network a smaller target, including the deliberation of a sometimes overlooked aspect, physical security. You will study several anti-malware options to protect against viruses and malware. Furthermore, you will comprehend the role of switch ports in improving safety. Following that, discover the numerous unneeded services that can be disabled or removed to decrease overall susceptibility. Furthermore, the instructor illustrates the role of firewalls and how they have evolved in terms of features and capability. Finally, be prepared if an attack does occur. You will understand how to identify, document, and recover digital evidence.
Above all, you will be one step closer to having the necessary skills of a network professional. The course is a must for anyone seriously interested in the field. Network Security is not an option but a necessity and businesses rely on professionals to keep their operations moving smoothly. By understanding how to reduce vulnerability in a network system, you will be on your way to becoming indispensable to a business.
What You Will Learn In This Free Course
View All Learning Outcomes View Less All Alison courses are free to enrol, study, and complete. To successfully complete this Certificate course and become an Alison Graduate, you need to achieve 80% or higher in each course assessment.
Once you have completed this Certificate course, you have the option to acquire an official Certificate, which is a great way to share your achievement with the world.
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- Digital Certificate: a downloadable Certificate in PDF format immediately available to you when you complete your purchase.
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