Cybersecurity 101: Beginner’s Guide to Staying Safe Online

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Course Description:

Are you concerned about your online safety but unsure where to begin? Cybersecurity 101 is a beginner-friendly course designed to give you the essential knowledge and tools you need to protect yourself, your devices, and your data in today’s digital world.

Through clear explanations, real-world examples, and practical step-by-step guides, you’ll learn how to recognize threats like phishing and malware, secure your home network, use password managers, back up your data, and much more. This course is ideal for everyday users — no technical background required.

By the end of the course, you’ll feel confident navigating the internet safely and defending yourself against common cyber risks.

What You’ll Learn:

How cyber threats like malware, phishing, and ransomware work

How to install and configure antivirus software

Best practices for secure passwords and two-factor authentication

How to spot fake emails, scams, and suspicious websites

How to back up your files and protect personal data

Tips for securing your home Wi-Fi network

How to stay safe on public Wi-Fi and social media

Essential tools like VPNs, password managers, and cloud backups

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