Essential Aspects of Software, Hardware, and Data Backup

Microsoft via Coursera

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Introduction

Gain insight into key aspects of IT security and data management.

Develop an understanding of secure software setup and implementation.

Learn effective strategies for hardware configurations and data backup and recovery.

Syllabus

Secure software configurations

In this module, you will learn about secure software configuration, access control and privilege management, and best practices in software installation. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of key cybersecurity fundamentals.

Secure hardware configuration

In this module, you'll learn about the essential elements of hardware security within IT environments. You will explore the critical functions of BIOS, hardware firewalls, and encryption technologies. You will also discover the vital aspects of physical security and how to safeguard IT devices from unauthorized access.

Robust data backup and recovery

In this module you will explore the essential aspects of data management, focusing on the practices of data backup, compression, and storage types.

Final project and assessment: Software, hardware, and data backup

Get ready to synthesize the knowledge and skills you acquired throughout the course by completing the final course project! In this final module, you will get the opportunity to develop a comprehensive data strategy for a specified scenario.

Overview

This course has been designed for individuals seeking entry-level positions in IT support. Whether you're a recent graduate, a career changer, or someone looking to kickstart your career in the tech industry, it will provide you with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in the field of IT support. In this course, you'll explore key aspects of IT security and data management. You'll cover secure software setup, advanced hardware configurations, and effective strategies

Skills

Reviews

It is a wonderful course, but I feel it lacks practical application; the how-tos on each topic.

Amazing company educational material and trainers were amazing I learned so much

There were some mistakes in quizzes, and also the material was mostly videos which is not much convenient, readings are better. but overall it was a good course

Really just reinforcing all that I have privately learned and worked with in the past very eventful very exciting. November 24 2024

Comprehensive and well structured course. Huge thanks to the Microsoft Team❤️