This course focuses on the operational and technical aspects of computer and network security such as managing permissions, accounts, security updates, virus protection, encryption, firewall installation and configuration, network monitoring, and auditing. Good network management and administration techniques, primarily in a Microsoft operating systems environment are emphasized as fundamentals to maintaining secure systems and networks. You will learn a fundamental working knowledge of key cryptography concepts, authentication methods and public key infrastructures in support of the development of a secure network infrastructure. The course represents the program's primary preparation for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam.
Credits: 4.00