IT Security is an information technology topic that includes network security, operational security, threats and vulnerabilities, host security, access control, and cryptography.

This course comprises 6 sections and 33 lessons covering IT security. Each lesson includes a combination of Wikipedia readings, YouTube videos, and hands-on learning activities. The course also assists learners in preparing for CompTIA Security+ Certification.

This entire Wikiversity course can be downloaded in book form by selecting Download Learning Guide in the sidebar.

Preparation

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This is a fourth-semester, college-level course. Learners should already be familiar with introductory computer concepts, computer support concepts, and computer networking concepts.

Lessons

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See Also

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References

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  • CompTIA: Security+ Certification Exam Objectives - Exam SY0-401
  • CompTIA: Security+ Certification Exam Objectives - Exam SY0-501
  • Ciampa, Mark (2015). CompTIA Security+ Guide to Network Security Fundamentals, 5th Edition. Cengage. ISBN 9781305093911
  Educational level: this is a tertiary (university) resource.