The ExpertRating Online Computer Security Course-I
(leading to ExpertRating Computer Security
Training Certification-I).
What
you don't know about PC security really can hurt you! Learn why
you're at risk and what you can do to protect your precious personal
and business data from the outside world. This course, taught by a
security expert, will quickly bring you up to speed on the
fundamentals of PC and network security.
You'll
understand and explore the many vulnerabilities of operating
systems, software, and networks. Then, you'll get into the minds of
hackers and crackers, developing an understanding of the exploits
they use to access your computer without your knowledge. You'll find
out why, where, and how viruses, worms, and blended threats are
created. You'll be able to identify and work to prevent DoS, SYN
flooding, and other network attacks. You'll learn a safe way to
share files and data across the Internet through a virtual private
network. And you'll be able to install and configure a firewall to
build an impenetrable moat around your computer or network.
This course includes a knowledgeable and
caring instructor who will guide you through your lessons,
facilitate discussions, and answer your questions. The instructor
for this course will be Debbie Mahler.
Debbie Mahler
About
the
ExpertRating Online Computer Security Course-I instructor :Debbie Mahler
teaches students at the college and university level on a wide range
of business-related topics, worked for nearly 15 years in the PC
repair business, has a successful online IT business, has written
six books, and writes for several newsletters and other
publications. Long before PC security was a front-page topic, Debbie
Mahler was reporting on, and educating the public about, viruses and
other security threats. It was this early groundwork that earned her
the title of Symantec Software Partner and Security Specialist.
Debbie holds a B.A. in Applied Behavioral Psychology with graduate
work in Organizational Psychology and Computer Information Systems.
She was a presidential scholar and graduated with high academic
honors including Phi Theta Kappa.
Online Computer Security Training Course requirements:
For taking this instructor led
ExpertRating Online Computer Security Course-I you need A familiarity with general PC
terminology, an understanding of Windows and an ability to locate
programs and change settings (or completion of Introduction to
Windows XP), Internet access, e-mail, and the Microsoft Internet
Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser.
Testimonials:
The ExpertRating Online Computer Security Course-I has received overwhelming positive
feedback and reviews from students around the world. Here are a few:
"A
course like this one gives you a good background in a very short time."
"Besides
learning a lot of valuable information regarding how to maintain the security of
my PC, I also enjoyed the instructor's writing style and especially her positive
and friendly attitude! Thanks for a great class!"
"Debbie
is an amazing instructor. The assignments are extremely relevant and useful. My
home network is now much more secure thanks to her course. I was also impressed
by her timely responses to my questions…You are an amazing person Debbie!! A
true role model. Thank you for sharing your knowledge! I look forward to taking
[your] next course "Hack Your Way to Security.""
"Debbie
is great!! She obviously enjoys teaching and takes her job seriously. She has a
great sense of humor and it comes through! Really enjoyed the class and may take
another she might have, depending on the topic at hand."
"Debbie,
Thank you for an interesting an informative class. You are obviously very
knowledgeable in this field. I have been an IT auditor for 3 years and recently
passed my CISA exam.... My problem is I learn by doing and seeing, rather than
reading. That's how this class helped me. I was able to see the results of the
assignments. Anyway, thanks again for a great class."
"EVERYONE
WHO USES A COMPUTER SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE! You owe it to yourself to acquire
this valuable information, and we all owe it to each other to be responsible
Internet users. Thank you for offering this important course."
"...excellent
class...very useful..."
"Excellent
Course. Covered a lot of topics that were relevent to me at home and at work. I
hope that there will be another course offered by Debbie in the future."
"EXCELLENT!!
EXCELLENT!!! EXCELLENT!!!! Instructor was most helpful and informative. THANKS
VERY MUCH!!!!"
"Excellent
instructor! Very effective teaching methods."
"Exceptionally
marvelous instructor who made the course content challenging, yet easy to
understand with her analogies. Incredible!"
"Great
Course...I am 69 years old, and still trying to learn about computers...Didn’t
realize that there was so much to PC Security... Nice meeting you Debbie and
keep up the good work."
"Here's
one for you! Thank you ed2go for providing such wonderful online courses."
"I
appreciated this course. I didn't think too much about the insecure nature of my
laptop connections in public places. I now know that I need to make major
changes in how I connect to the Internet."
ExpertRating Online Computer Security Course-I
(leading to
ExpertRating Computer Security Training Certification-I)
ExpertRating
is one of the world's only ISO 9001:2008 Certified companies (from
TUV America) offering an Online Computer Security -I Course (leading to ExpertRating Computer Security -I Skills Certification).
ExpertRating is a trusted name in online testing and certification
with over 200,000 certified professionals in over 60 countries in
more than 200 skill areas. ExpertRating offers its testing services
to the world's best companies such as Convergys Corp, UPS, GAP,
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few. See
where ExpertRating Certified Professionals are working.
It is very safe to buy from
ExpertRating. Apart from being an ISO 9001:2008 certified company, it is a member of the TRUSTe and HackerSafe approved.
ExpertRating Solutions has been reviewed by TRUSTe for compliance of their strict program requirements ensuring that your information is always safe.
ExpertRating has certified Several thousand individuals who are working with leading companies across the US and
other countries.
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When you choose the
ExpertRating Online Computer Security Course-I you can be sure that you are buying a
premium International certification that is recognized by hundreds
of employers and Government bodies in the US and other countries.
With ExpertRating you get certified
quickly online and you are equipped with a store house of
information through the in-depth ExpertRating Online Computer Security Course-I Courseware which has
been developed by experienced Computer Security Experts.
The ExpertRating Computer Security Certification is by far the best value for money instructor led
Computer Security Program at $129.99.
Some Popular questions and answers about
this ExpertRating Online Computer Security Course-Iand Certification:
How much does the
Computer Security Certification cost and what does it include?
You can buy this ExpertRating Online Computer Security Course-I
leading to
Computer Security certification at a special offer price of only $129.99 which
includes the in-depth ExpertRating Online Computer Security Course-I Courseware and exam fee. This is
the best value for money Computer Security Program available till date. You
get the following services within the USD $129.99 fee.
In-depth ExpertRating Online Computer Security Course-I Courseware including scenarios and case studies.
An instructor to guide you through the
course and to whom you can direct your questions.
World wide airmail delivery of the hard
copy Computer Security Certificate. The Computer Security Certificate can be used
to prove your certified status and does not mention the words
"online".
An online transcript that can be used to
prove your certified credentials on the internet at any time.
How do I get certified?
The process of getting yourself certified is very simple. All you have to do is buy the
ExpertRating Online Computer Security Course-I for $129.99. Log in to the instructor led course using your password. Go through the
ExpertRating Online Computer Security Course-I Courseware (which would take you 6 weeks) and complete the final
Computer Security Certification exam at your convenience. You can complete the exam within 2 months of buying the
Computer Security Certification. The result of the exam appears as soon as it is completed, and your
Computer Security Certificate is mailed immediately.
What learning aids will I get?
The
ExpertRating Online Computer Security Course-I includes the following learning aids:
24 x 7 hour access to the courseware. A printer friendly version of the
ExpertRating Online Computer Security Course-I is also provided
A friendly instructor to answer your questions online
A discussion area to have your questions answered
Chapter end quizzes to ensure that you are learning important aspects of every chapter
Chapter assignments to help you practically use the
Computer Security that you will learn during the Computer Security Course.
What is the final exam like?
The final exam is fully based upon the
ExpertRating Online Computer Security Course-I Courseware that is provided along with the
Computer Security Certification. If you have gone through the courseware properly you should not have a problem clearing the exam. The exam consists of multiple choice questions from all chapters of the
ExpertRating Online Computer Security Course-I Courseware.
What are the course start dates?
ExpertRating instructor led courses commence
every month, you can always choose a suitable date for your course
commencement in any month. To see available course start dates,
please click on the "Enroll now" button.
All courses run for six weeks, with a two-week grace period at the end. Two lessons are released each week for the six-week duration of the course. You do not have to be present when the lesson is released, but you must complete each lesson within two weeks of its release.
A new section of each course starts on the second or third Wednesday of each month. If enrolling in a series of two or more courses please be sure to space the start date for each course at least two months apart.
According
to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, starting salaries for
information security professionals ranged from US $63,750 to US
$93,000 in 2005.
The
advent of computers created a revolution. However, this great
revolution has to be protected from viruses, spyware and from the
outside world. You will be able to lock files, monitor program
activities and have complete password protection after completing
the course on PC Security. PC Security helps you to ascertain
whether a PC is free of viruses, spyware and hackers. The PC
Security course will help you provide full protection to the PC
against all the traditional threats. You will be able to offer deep
protection, monitor the very heart of the computer at all times,
anticipate everything that might be a sign of danger in the computer
and prevent any such activity.
The ExpertRating PC Security
Certification course will help you completely protect your computer.
In this first
lesson, you'll learn the facts--and the
myths--about PC security. Then, this lesson will
introduce you to the language of security and
explain what you need to know about each
acronym. By the end of this lesson, you'll also
be able to assess your own risk, whether you're
an individual or manage a network of any size.
You'll also perform a self-assessment to
evaluate just how vulnerable you are to security
flaws.
Friday - Lesson 02
If you ever
wondered what technical gurus are speaking about
when they talk about LANs, WANs, VPNs, and P2P,
you'll find detailed answers in this lesson.
Discover the basics of networks and how your PC
connects to them.
Week Two
Wednesday - Lesson 03
Most of the people
don't stop to think about how a Mac can talk to
a PC and vice versa. Yet, different types of
machines talk to each other on a daily basis
across networks. They also talk to printers, fax
machines, and a host of other devices. The OSI
model for network connections lets you
accomplish this, and you'll learn all about it
in this lesson. This lesson will also teach you
how, why, and where the weak links of security
are in software and operating systems.
Friday - Lesson 04
Get ready to
investigate the world of viruses, worms, and
blended threats. You'll learn what they are and
the differences between all three. This lesson
will also show you why people create them and
where they come from. Of course, all this
knowledge will also teach you how to protect
yourself and your network from the hackers and
crackers of the world.
Week Three
Wednesday - Lesson 05-
This lesson will
introduce you to the ware family. Who is the
ware family? They are the products that download
themselves onto your computer without your
consent or knowledge—spyware, scumware, malware,
and adware. You'll meet them and learn all about
their family traits and values. This lesson will
also show you where they live, places they
frequent, and how to remove these unwelcome
guests that inhabit your PC.
Friday - Lesson 06
You may have heard
of them: vulnerabilities, exploits, and
exposure. But what are they? Have you ever
wondered if someone really can control your
computer without your knowledge? If you've been
pondering these questions lately, then you'll
find your answers here, along with priceless
information on protecting your computer and your
network to keep your business and personal data
private.
Week Four
Wednesday - Lesson 07
Have you ever tried
to access the Web but received an error saying
the page can't be displayed, you aren't
connected, or you don't have access? If so, you
may have been under an attack! Denial of Service
attacks and SYN flooding are two types of
network attacks that seem to go unnoticed on
personal PCs and small networks. Why? Because
beginners don't know what they are, why they're
happening, or where they're coming from. After
this lesson, you'll no longer be left wondering
what happened to your Internet connection.
Friday - Lesson 08
This lesson will
introduce you to firewalls. Join this lesson,
and you'll soon start building an impenetrable
moat around your network.
Week Five
Wednesday - Lesson 09
Now that you have
your moat built, it's time to arm up and defend
yourself. In this lesson, you'll learn how to
configure your firewall and maximize your
network security.
Friday - Lesson 10
You may want to
check out this lesson before you grab your
laptop and run off to the next Internet café,
because what you learn in this lesson may
surprise you! Laptops and wireless connectivity
are the buzzwords of the moment, but these two
technologies aren't as secure as they appear.
You'll understand why in this lesson.
Week Six
Wednesday - Lesson 11
This lesson is
going to share its love for VPNs with you.
You'll learn what a Virtual Private Network is,
how it's different from standard networks, how
it works, how to secure it, and how to set up
your own. Just think about the possibilities!
You can share files with family across the miles
by allowing them to connect remotely to your
designated shared folders. You can share music
files, family pictures, and anything else you
choose to give them access to.
Friday - Lesson 12
Now that you know what's out there, how can you possibly
keep on top of security issues? There's so much information
out there, how will you know what applies to you? Have no
fear, for this lesson will show you a simple method for
staying up-to-date with those security issues that only
pertain to you. You'll also learn about emerging security
technology, sources to use that will help make the job of
managing and securing your network easier, and creating a
checklist to keep handy. Finally, you can test yourself
against the first security assessment to see how well you've
secured your own PC or network.
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About
the
ExpertRating Online Computer Security Course-I instructor :Debbie Mahler
teaches students at the college and university level on a wide range
of business-related topics, worked for nearly 15 years in the PC
repair business, has a successful online IT business, has written
six books, and writes for several newsletters and other
publications. Long before PC security was a front-page topic, Debbie
Mahler was reporting on, and educating the public about, viruses and
other security threats. It was this early groundwork that earned her
the title of Symantec Software Partner and Security Specialist.
Debbie holds a B.A. in Applied Behavioral Psychology with graduate
work in Organizational Psychology and Computer Information Systems.
She was a presidential scholar and graduated with high academic
honors including Phi Theta Kappa.
"A
course like this one gives you a good background in a very short time."
ExpertRating
is one of the world's only ISO 9001:2008 Certified companies (from
TUV America) offering an Online Computer Security -I Course (leading to ExpertRating Computer Security -I Skills Certification). 
It is very safe to buy from
ExpertRating. Apart from being an ISO 9001:2008 certified company, it is a member of the TRUSTe and HackerSafe approved.
