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35 Lectures 1:39:29
Interawareness
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Cyber Security Course For Normal People: Protect Yourself Online
Lock hackers, identity thieves and cyber criminals out of your life for good with this step-by-step cyber security guide
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Introduction
1 Lecture
05:06
Welcome To The Course!
5:06
While the internet has brought amazing convenience to our lives, it has also introduced new ways for people to steal our valuable information. To combat these threats, this course will explore passwords, encryption, smart phone security, and two-part authentication.
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Security Basics
3 Lectures
10:06
Why Security Matters
2:47
The internet has changed the way we do virtually everything in our lives. However, this leaves us open to attack. Hackers who has access to your private information can do things like use credit cards in your name, as well as use your health insurance. Even access to social media accounts can open the door to abusing personal information.The Importance Of Multi-Layer Security
1:56
Because no method of protection is 100% effective, having multiple layers of protection is best. This includes practicing safe habits, using strong passwords and utilizing encryption.The Most Common Security Threats
5:23
There are a few common threats that hackers and scammers will use to access your information. Unlike hackers, who break through a websites code to access private information, scammers use social engineering techniques to trick people into being careless with their information. For example, hackers will use malware to damage or disable computers. Examples include spyware and ransomware. Scammers on the other hand, might use a fake link to phish for information, or use your social media and e-mail to target your friends and family.
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Mindset & Habits
5 Lectures
17:16
Developing The Right Mindset And Habits For Security
0:39
The easiest way to begin securing your accounts is by changing your mindset whenever you’re online and at your computer.The Importance Of Skepticism
4:54
It is helpful to introduce a healthy dose of skepticism when dealing with people on the internet. Whenever you receive a request, think about the person’s motivations and question the validity of the information you’re receiving by double checking with a certified representative.Avoiding Malicious Sites And Applications
7:03
Avoiding sites that can harm you comes down to knowing your source. Spend time evaluating the website: Is it difficult to use? Does it look like it was slapped together? Was it a link sent in an e-mail? Did it turn up bad press in a google search? These are common clues that hint you may be dealing with a harmful site.Why Software Updates Matter
2:02
Keeping all your operating devices up to date will ensure that they get the latest security information. Sometimes, this even means getting a newer model if coverage and updates have stopped being released for your operating system.Knowing (And Limiting) Yourself
2:38
Being honest about your self-created risk is essential to combating it. If you know that you’re not the most tech-savy person, consider changing your main user account from “administrator” to “limited” to combat any potential hazards.
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Smartphone Security
4 Lectures
06:07
Why Mobile Security Matters
1:52
Smartphones hold most of our data, and having access to our phone means a potential scammer also has unlimited access to our important information.Setting Up A Passcode Lock
1:59
Setting up a passcode on your phone ensures that strangers won’t have unlimited access to your information should you lose your phone or have it stolen. Using a complex password, as well as a finger or face scan will guarantee that your phone is even more secure than with a simple numeric passcode.Managing Third-Party App Permissions
1:20
When installing applications on your phone, make sure to think about the kinds of permissions it’s asking for, and whether or not this access is necessary for the running of the app.Locating A Lost Or Stolen Smartphone
0:56
Having a device locator enabled on your phone means you’ll be able to find it in the case that it is stolen or lost. It also allows for you to remotely wipe your phone so a stranger won’t be able to access your private information.
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Passwords
4 Lectures
21:11
The Importance Of Password Security
1:09
Your password is your first line of defense, and while some people may not take this defense very seriously, there are some things you can do to make your password more secure.The 25 Most Common Passwords (Is Yours On The List?)
3:48
Occasional data breeches allow researchers to see passwords and any trends that may exist amongst them. Having a password on the “most common passwords” list is a clue to change your password immediately.Best Practices For Strong Password Security
5:24
Having a complicated password is not a foolproof way of protecting your information, but it will ensure that it will stand a long time against a bruteforce attack, which is a computer program designed to work out your password. There are many techniques you can use to help you remember a long list of characters and numbers that have no meaning, as well programs that remember your password for you.Using A Password Manager
10:50
A successful password is long, and contains letters, numbers, symbols and punctuation. To make sure you don’t forget such a long password, you can use a password manager (like Last-Pass), which is a program designed to create and store your passwords on a safe, encrypted server.
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Multi-Factor Authentication
7 Lectures
12:47
What Is Multi-Factor Authentication?
3:23
Multi-factor Authentication is another added layer of protection that forces you to provide multiple pieces of evidence to prove that you are who you say you are. Usually this is information that only you would know. There are many methods of providing exclusive information, which include fingerprint scans, codes sent to your phone, and passwords.Types Of Mobile Two-Factor Authentication
2:07
There are multiple methods for getting a log-in code through your phone. One is by getting a code sent to your phone as a text message. A second, and more secure method, is to use an authenticator app, which generates a new code every thirty seconds.LastPass Two-Factor Authentication
3:02
The best way to make sure your LastPass account is secure (and thus keeping all your other passwords safe) is to use two factor authentications in conjunction with it. Google authentication is a great option, and is easy to set up.Google Two-Factor Authentication
1:34
Most people have a great deal of things linked to their Google account, so turning on 2 Factor Authentication for your Google account is highly recommended.Facebook Two-Factor Authentication
0:52
Like Google and LastPass, having 2 Factor Authentication set up for your Facebook account will add a level of security that will keep you and your family safe.Twitter Two-Factor Authentication
0:36
Twitter is another major service that offers 2 Factor Authentication to its users as an added measure of safety.Two-Factor Authentication For Other Services
1:13
2 Factor Authentication follows roughly the same format across many services. If you have many accounts, prioritize the most important ones and authorize those first before working your way through all of them.
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Connected Apps
5 Lectures
09:32
The Danger Of Rogue Connected Apps
2:37
Many apps now come with the feature to connect to other apps. While this is often necessary, understanding what permissions you’re granting apps is important. Your overall security is only as good as your least secure app, and you may be giving a third party app indefinite access to sensitive information it doesn’t need if you aren’t careful. This could potentially give scammers access to that information in the future.Managing Connected Apps On Google
2:38
You’ve probably connected your Google e-mail to many third party apps, and when you do this, get in the habit of reading through the permissions before agreeing. The nice thing about granting permission is you can go through and unauthorize apps if you change your mind. Google makes this especially easy by separating Google apps from third party apps in the app section so you can better determine what permissions you’d like to keep and what permissions you’d like to revoke.Managing Connected Apps On Facebook
1:14
Facebook is another huge network of connected apps, and one safe practice would be to go through your apps from time to time to disconnect any that you don’t recognize or don’t use anymore.Managing Browser Extensions/Addons
2:08
Extensions, or browser add-ons, carry the same risks as connected apps. You should practice the same caution when dealing with them. Checking your browser extensions and making sure one doesn’t have too much permission is usually a good idea.Staying Secure With Connected Apps And Extensions
0:55
While connecting apps is something you don’t need to shy away from, make sure you’re aware of the permissions you’re granting, and update them periodically.
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Encryption
5 Lectures
15:56
What Is Encryption?
2:47
Encryption is one of the strongest defenses you have when it comes to protecting your data. Encryption turns your plain text data into an unreadable, jumbled code, much like secret codes worked back before computers existed.How SSL (HTTPS) Protects Your Passwords And Private Data
1:55
SSL is encryption that happens between your web browser and the website server. You’ll know a site is using it if a padlock appears on the address bar. Seeing the padlock lets you know that any information, like your credit card, is being sent as encrypted code instead of plain text.Encrypting Your Web Traffic With A Virtual Private Network (VPN)
4:38
VPNs, or Virtual Private Networks, reroute your data to a distant server and then essentially speak to the internet on your behalf, resulting in a fully encrypted internet connection. VPN is highly recommended for people who often connect to public wireless networks, want to bypass geographic restrictions and those who do heavy downloading between peers.How To Encrypt Your Computer's Hard Drive
4:26
While encrypting your data as it moves between computer and servers is important, it is also important to protect your information while it’s at rest. Encrypting your hard drive is an added layer of protection, especially if you’re the kind of person who travels often with a laptop.How To Encrypt Your Smartphone
2:10
Following the thread of all security lectures, enabling smartphone encryption is both easy to do, and essential to keeping your phone locked down to potential threats. The only negative to this is that older models may take a hit to performance when you choose this option.
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Wrapping Up
1 Lecture
01:28
The Next Steps
1:28
Keep these lessons in mind as you go through your daily life—putting these tips into practice will ensure that you are a cyber criminal’s worst nightmare.
This course is an actionable, step-by-step beginner’s guide to locking hackers, identity thieves, and cyber criminals out of your life once and for all.
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Today’s reality is yesterday’s science fiction.
You can have a real-time video conversation with someone on the other side of the planet, you can send and receive money without even taking out your wallet, and you can post content online that reaches millions of people in a matter minutes.
Unfortunately, the same technology that enables all this new freedom and convenience also exposes us to new security threats that we’ve never encountered.
Malware that infects your computer and watches everything you do, phishing scams that steal private information from millions of people—today’s digital world is a criminal’s playground. It makes the process of stealing money or even stealing someone’s entire identity way more efficient.
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The worst part? You are a target.
Many people neglect taking steps to protect themselves online because they think, “Why would anyone want to steal my information?”
Well, for starters, if you have any money to your name at all, there are plenty of tech-savvy criminals out there who are patiently waiting for the opportunity to take it from you.
Beyond that, they can also steal your identity to run up charges on your credit cards, open new utility accounts, get medical treatment using your health insurance, or take advantage of your friends and family by impersonating you on social media.
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So what can you do?
You can protect yourself and your private data, and you don’t have to be an IT expert to do it.
This course outlines a step-by-step roadmap that you can follow to build a tight wall of security around your digital life.
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More specifically, here are some of the things we’ll cover:
- Why security matters, and how to best approach it
- The most common security threats you should be aware of
- How to develop the right mindset and browsing habits
- How to secure your smartphone and all the private information it knows about you
- The 25 most commonly used passwords (is yours on the list?)
- What makes a good password (123456 is not a good password)
- How to create and manage strong, unique passwords for all of your accounts (without needing to remember them)
- How to lock attackers out of your accounts even if they manage to steal your passwords
- A security hole that attackers can use to gain unfettered access to your accounts without knowing your passwords (and how you can defend yourself)
- How to use the power of encryption to make your private data unreadable to attackers
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Again, this is a beginner-level course. These are technical topics, but we hope to walk you through everything in a way that’s actionable and easy to understand.
We are confident that this course will change the way you look at security!
Who is the target audience?
- Anyone who wants to protect themselves from the various security threats of the modern world
- Business owners who want to ensure staff have a basic understanding on what not to do to jeopardize the business.