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Resources to get started with Cybersecurity

With the widespread of data, privacy has become the top concern for companies around the world. The data widespread has also led to an increased risk of cybersecurity. There are growing opportunities to make a career in this field. Here are some of the free resources to get started with cybersecurity.

1. Foundations of Cybersecurity by Springboard

This free course will teach you all the foundational concepts to make a career in cybersecurity. You will learn how to protect environments using tools and design. The course also maps advanced topics. You will get familiar with the security fundamentals, including common threats and how to prevent them.

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2. Cybersecurity Basics: A Hands-on Approach by edX

This is another introductory course to get started with cybersecurity. The benefit of this course is that it will teach you how to protect yourself against the known cybersecurity threats. The course presents a practical approach, allowing you to better understand attacks and implement necessary countermeasures.