In today’s interconnected world, securing networks is more critical than ever. This course empowers learners to gain essential tools and strategies needed to defend computer networks and data from cyber threats. You’ll dive into key topics such as firewalls, VPNs, access controls, and security monitoring, learning how each one contributes to a safe and resilient IT environment.
Beyond foundational knowledge, you’ll gain experience understanding advanced techniques like Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA) and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC). Through guided content, you’ll build confidence in implementing strong security measures and responding to potential incidents. Whether you’re starting your cybersecurity journey or looking to deepen your expertise, this course provides a comprehensive and up-to-date foundation to help you safeguard networks in the digital age.
One of the common approaches to implementing rule-based security is by configuring access control lists (ACLs). ACLs can be configured on a wide range of networking devices like routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points. In this topic, you will learn about the use of access control lists to enhance the security of your network.
Network security and access control mechanisms are essential to protect the sensitive data and resources of organizations. Three important components that play a vital role in achieving this objective are Group-Based Policy (GBP), Network Access Control (NAC), and 802.1X. In this module, you will learn about this powerful trio, which forms a comprehensive approach to modern network security.
涵盖的内容
2个视频2篇阅读材料1个作业
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2个视频•总计15分钟
Network Access Controls•7分钟
Extending Network Access Controls to Network Devices•7分钟
2篇阅读材料•总计11分钟
Group-Based Policy (GBP)•3分钟
Network Access Control and 802.1X•8分钟
1个作业•总计3分钟
Knowledge Check - Synergy of GBP, NAC, and 802.1X•3分钟
Fortifying Networks: Firewalls
第 3 单元•22分钟 后完成
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In this module, you will learn about two essential components of network security that work together to safeguard networks from cyber threats: firewall and the intrusion prevention system (IPS).
In this module, you will learn about virtual private network (VPN) technology and how it creates a secure tunnel to offer privacy and safety to users.
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2个视频1篇阅读材料1个作业
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2个视频•总计11分钟
VPN Technology•3分钟
Virtual Private Networks•7分钟
1篇阅读材料•总计10分钟
Virtual Private Networks•10分钟
1个作业•总计3分钟
Knowledge Check - Securing Connections via VPN•3分钟
Secure Access Control: AAA and RBAC
第 5 单元•17分钟 后完成
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To ensure the strong security, confidentiality, and safety of the resources, systems, and data, it is important to provide the right set of access controls to users. By implementing effective access control, businesses can reduce the risk of data breaches, unauthorised modifications, and other security incidents. In this module, you will learn about two popular access control mechanisms: authentication, authorization, and accounting (AAA) and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC).
涵盖的内容
1个视频1篇阅读材料1个作业
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1个视频•总计5分钟
AAA and RBAC Lists•5分钟
1篇阅读材料•总计9分钟
AAA and RBAC•9分钟
1个作业•总计3分钟
Knowledge Check - Secure Access Control: AAA and RBAC•3分钟
Summary and Graded Assessment for Network Security Principles
The Cisco Learning and Certifications organization is a worldwide leader in training and education programs that foster the development of careers in networking and other technology areas. The organization caters to a global community of students, partners, customers, and employees who seek the most up-to-date training on Cisco technologies and certifications.
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