This training course provides an overview of the security issues related to the use of IT tools. It explains how they occur, what they involve, and above all how to prevent them in order to avoid becoming a victim. Its content is based on the ICDL Cybersecurity v1.6 framework.
Objectives
By the end of the training course, the participant will be able to identify, understand, and prevent the main security issues related to the use of IT tools, in accordance with the ICDL Cybersecurity v1.6 framework.
Is it for you ?
Any user of a digital device (computer, tablet, smartphone) who wants to understand the risks and actions to take to avoid and/or counter IT threats.
Prerequisite
Some basic notions of computing are useful to support understanding.
Your benefits
Content
IT security – Essential concepts and protection techniques for the user
- Security concepts
- Threats to data
- The 5 pillars of IT security
- Rights and use of IT tools within the company
- Social engineering
- Data confidentiality
Malware
- The main types of malware
- Malware distribution vectors
- Protection against malware
Network security
- The main types of networks
- The firewall
- Network connection: by cable or Wi‑Fi
- Authentication methods
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Secure web use
- Recognize a secure web page
- Digital certificate
- One‑time password
- Cookie
- Deletion of personal data in the browser
- Social networks
Secure use of email
- Risks associated with emails and rules to follow
- Email protection
Instant messaging
- Data security management
- Data backup
- Permanent deletion of data
Book
- This module offers access to a digital course manual.
- Secure your computer and your data – Avoid traps and follow best practices
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