Master foundational network security concepts, protocols, and infrastructure protection. Perfect for beginners in cybersecurity.
Master foundational network security concepts, protocols, and infrastructure protection. Perfect for beginners in cybersecurity.
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What you'll learn
Understand digital networks and the OSI 7 layer architecture
Analyze key security threats and risks in computer networks
Demonstrate understanding of network security architecture
Identify attack models and protocol vulnerabilities
Implement secure communication channels and protocols
Evaluate network system security measures
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
4.3 Hours PreRecorded video
6 quizzes
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There are 6 modules in this course
This comprehensive course provides a foundational understanding of network security principles and technologies. Students learn about the OSI 7 layer architecture, TCP/IP protocol stack, and critical network infrastructure components. The curriculum covers network vulnerabilities, security threats, and protection mechanisms. Through practical examples and hands-on exercises, learners explore secure channel implementation, protocol security, and real-world attack scenarios. The course emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical application in securing modern computer networks.
Introduction to the course and computer networks
Module 1 · 4 Hours to complete
Network layers
Module 2 · 5 Hours to complete
The internet protocol
Module 3 · 4 Hours to complete
Large-scale IP networks and message transport
Module 4 · 3 Hours to complete
Data streams and application protocols
Module 5 · 3 Hours to complete
Secure communication
Module 6 · 3 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Instructor
Lecturer in Information Security at Royal Holloway
Dr. Guido Schmitz is a Lecturer in Information Security at Royal Holloway, University of London, where he has been instrumental in developing curricula and teaching modules since his appointment in 2021. With a strong background in cyber security, he began his academic career at the University of Trier and later contributed significantly to establishing the Institute of Information Security at the University of Stuttgart. His research focuses on the formal verification of cryptographic protocols and enhancing the security of modern web standards, with his findings published in top-tier cyber security outlets.Dr. Schmitz's expertise extends to standardizing and improving widely-used security protocols, and he actively participates on several program committees while serving as a reviewer for leading information security venues. His course offerings include "Introduction to Network Security," where he educates students on critical aspects of securing networked systems. With a commitment to advancing the field of cyber security, Dr. Schmitz continues to influence both academic and practical approaches to information security through his teaching and research initiatives
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