This is the third course in the Google Cybersecurity Certificate. It teaches you about networks and network security. You will learn about the fundamentals of modern networking operations and protocols, network security measures, and how to secure a network against intrusion tactics. You will also learn about the differences between local networks and cloud computing, and the different types of system hardening techniques.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
- Describe the structure of different computer networks
- Illustrate how data is sent and received over a network
- Recognize common network protocols
- Identify common network security measures and protocols
- Explain how to secure a network against intrusion tactics
- Compare and contrast local networks to cloud computing
- Explain the different types of system hardening techniques
| Week 1 | Network architecture |
| Week 2 | Network operations |
| Week 3 | Secure against network intrusions |
| Week 4 | Security hardening |