Cyber Security for Absolute Beginners: OS Security

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Alton Hardin | 150,000+ Enrollments Worldwide,Alton Teaches LLC

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1. Introduction

1. Welcome to the Course!.mp4

01:03

2. Quick Course Overview.mp4

03:22

3. Why We Focus on Windows & Mac.mp4

03:24

4. Topics We Wont Cover.mp4

02:46

5. Why Learn Cyber Security from Me.mp4

02:26

6. Course Lecture PDFs.mp4

00:21

7. Familiarizing Yourself with Udemys Course Taking Interface.mp4

06:13

2. OS Protection Fundamentals

1. Section Introduction.mp4

00:20

2. All Operating Systems Have Vulnerabilities.mp4

02:58

3. Core Cyber Security Principles Refresher.mp4

04:11

4. Core OS Protection Topics.mp4

04:35

3. Understanding User Accounts

1. Section Introduction.mp4

00:31

2. Understanding Account Types.mp4

05:19

3. Live Demo Microsoft to Local User Account.mp4

04:21

4. Live Demo Creating Windows 10 Local User Accounts.mp4

07:45

5. Live Demo Creating Mac OS Local User Accounts.mp4

06:17

6. Live Demo Exploring Windows Standard User Privileges.mp4

05:18

7. Live Demo Exploring Mac Standard User Privileges.mp4

03:39

4. File & Directory Permissions

1. Section Introduction.mp4

00:41

2. CIA Triad Refresher.mp4

04:03

3. Importance of File & Directory Permissions.mp4

01:59

4. Basic NT File System (NTFS) Permissions.mp4

04:28

5. Live Demo Basic NTFS Permissions.mp4

09:23

6. Live Demo Verifying Windows Permissions with Effective Access.mp4

02:10

7. Understanding Mac Permissions.mp4

02:42

8. Live Demo Mac Permissions.mp4

07:15

5. File & Disk Encryption

1. Section Introduction.mp4

00:36

2. Understanding Encryption.mp4

10:59

3. Live Demo Windows Encrypted File System (EFS).mp4

09:44

4. Live Demo BitLocker.mp4

11:06

5. Live Demo Mac FileVault.mp4

04:45

6. Live Demo VeraCrypt.mp4

10:26

6. Data Storage & Backups

1. Section Introduction.mp4

00:37

2. The Importance of Data Storage & Backups.mp4

04:12

3. Understanding Backups.mp4

06:30

4. Understanding RAID.mp4

04:30

5. Storage Solutions.mp4

02:34

6. Live Demo My NAS and Cloud Storage Strategy.mp4

04:40

7. Live Demo Creating & Restoring Windows System Images.mp4

07:17

8. Live Demo Using Windows System Restore Points.mp4

04:56

9. Live Demo Exploring Windows Backup.mp4

06:45

10. Live Demo Mac Time Machine.mp4

10:39

11. Local vs. Cloud Storage and Backups.mp4

02:37

7. Host-Based Firewalls

1. Section Introduction.mp4

00:27

2. Refresher Firewalls.mp4

04:21

3. Live Demo Windows 10 Firewall.mp4

09:30

4. Live Demo Mac OS Firewall.mp4

03:44

5. Live Demo 3rd Party Firewalls.mp4

07:44

8. Antivirus

1. Section Introduction.mp4

00:25

2. What is Antivirus.mp4

04:42

3. Live Demo Windows Defender Antivirus.mp4

04:43

4. Live Demo 3rd Party Antivirus Alternatives.mp4

04:25

9. Application & Execution Control

1. Section Introduction.mp4

00:32

2. Understanding Application & Execution Control.mp4

01:14

3. Windows User Account Control (UAC).mp4

02:16

4. Live Demo How to Adjust UAC Settings in Windows.mp4

03:41

5. Live Demo Windows App & Browser Control.mp4

06:16

6. Live Demo Controlled Folder Access.mp4

03:20

7. Live Demo AppLocker Software Restriction Policies.mp4

07:03

8. Live Demo Mac Gatekeeper.mp4

02:57

10. Updating & Patching

1. Section Introduction.mp4

00:29

2. The Importance of Patching.mp4

03:58

3. Live Demo Exploring Windows Updates.mp4

06:05

4. Live Demo Exploring Mac OS Updates.mp4

02:29

5. Discussing Software Updates.mp4

01:24

11. Additional OS Hardening Topics

1. Section Introduction.mp4

00:40

2. Securing the Boot Process.mp4

07:42

3. Live Demo Checking Secure Boot Status in Windows.mp4

02:04

4. Live Demo Disabling Unecessary Services & Processes.mp4

11:32

5. Live Demo Exploring Windows Privacy Settings.mp4

09:04

6. Live Demo Exploring Mac OS Privacy Settings.mp4

03:54

12. Conclusion & Next Steps

1. Congratulations & Next Steps.mp4

01:05

Description

Part 3: Learn Vital Operating System Security Concepts: Windows & Mac Permissions, Encryption, Patching & Much More!

What You'll Learn?

Understand the Fundamentals of Operating System (OS) Security
Understand the Fundamentals of Data Protection
Understand Essential OS Privacy and Security Control Measures
Better Protect Your Business & I.T. Infrastructure

Who is this for?

Absolute Beginners Wanting to Learn About OS Security and Data Protection

Aspiring & Inexperienced IT Professionals Looking to Enhance Their Cyber Security Skillset

Non-Techies Wanting to Learn About Cyber Security

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Description
LEARN OPERATING SYSTEM SECURITY ESSENTIALS FROM ONE OF UDEMYâ€™S TOP IT INSTRUCTORS
The average person spends 7 hours a day on their computer, and unfortunately, most people don't know how secure and lock down their operating system (OS) effectively. With the many cyber-based threats we all face daily, you must know how to protect your computer and the data that resides on it.
Luckily, this course shows you how to protect your Windows or Mac computer, designed for beginners.
In this 5-hour course, I'll show you step-by-step the fundamentals of operating system security, teaching you the essentials of OS security, privacy, and data protection to help you better protect yourself and your computers.
WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE IN THIS COURSE
5 Hours of Lecture & Live Demonstration Videos
Edited Closed Caption Subtitles and Video Transcripts
Downloadable Course Videos for Offline Viewing with Udemy Mobile App
KEY COURSE TOPICS
OS Protection Fundamentals
Understanding User Accounts
File & Directory Permissions
File & Disk Encryption
Data Storage & Backups
Host-Based Firewalls
Application & Execution Control
Additional Topics
Once you complete this course, you'll have a strong fundamental understanding of operating system security to help you better protect your IT and business infrastructure!
SO WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? ENROLL TODAY!
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Who this course is for:
Absolute Beginners Wanting to Learn About OS Security and Data Protection
Aspiring & Inexperienced IT Professionals Looking to Enhance Their Cyber Security Skillset
Non-Techies Wanting to Learn About Cyber Security

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Alton Hardin | 150,000+ Enrollments Worldwide

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Wisdom Begins with Wonder - SocratesAlton Hardin is a former college professor and the founder and lead instructor at Alton Teaches LLC and MicroGrinder Poker School, as well as a best-selling author. He holds two graduate degrees, a Master’s of Business Administration (MBA) with a specialization in Information Assurance and Security Management, and a Master’s of Science (MS) in Information Technology Network Management. He has multiple IT industry certifications, including the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP #740196), ITIL, Security+, Network+, Project+, eLearnSecurity Junior Penetration Tester (eJPT), and several other certifications.Alton has worked in information technology since 1999 and spent the last 12 years as a Cybersecurity specialist at the United States Department of Treasury before transitioning to teaching IT full-time. Alton also has a fond love for teaching. As an undergraduate, he group tutored chemistry students, and as a graduate student, he taught a GMAT prep course. Upon graduating from his MBA program, he began teaching as an adjunct professor for the School of Business & Public Administration at his local state university in the field of Information Systems and IT Management.He is also the founder of MicroGrinder Poker School, an online poker school dedicated to micro stakes poker players, where he provides a wide array of free and low-cost poker resources and poker training, including poker strategy articles and poker training video series. He is also the Amazon #1 best-selling author of Essential Poker Math, Expanded Edition.The Beautiful Thing About Learning Is That No One Can Take It Away from You. - B.B. King

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About UsAlton Teaches LLC is dedicated to providing IT training to aspiring IT professionals.KISS. Teaching ApproachWe follow a “Keep It Simple Student” approach to learning, breaking down complex topics into simplified discussions.We Focus on the FundamentalsOne of our central philosophies is to teach you to crawl before you can walk. Why is this important? You can’t be a successful IT practitioner without mastering the fundamentals first.We’re Here to Help YouWhether you’re brand new to IT or a seasoned IT professional, we welcome everybody. In fact, we cater to those looking to transition to IT.

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