Ransomware Prevention - Preventing Attacks | Online Courses

Course Details

Course category: Web, IT & Graphics

Location: Online, self-paced, self-assessed

Duration: 12 months

Cost: £199.99

Qualification: Online Academy Certified Diploma

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About This Course
Ransomware Prevention – Preventing Attacks focuses on key prevention techniques against one of the main threats to cyber security, ransomware. Ransomware is a malicious software that attacks computers, blocking the user’s personal information and data. It is one of the greatest threats to our computers and personal information which is why it is important to know how to protect yourself from it. Ransomware Prevention – Preventing Attacks will show you how.

Who is this course for?

This online course is ideal for anyone that wants to learn about one of the most common types of cyberattack and how to protect their data from being at risk, whether at home or in the workplace.

What will you get from this course?

You will have the knowledge to protect your computer against a ransomware attack and understand how to report an attack if one arises.

When you have completed this course, you will be able to:
- Report any cyber security breaches
- Create a contingency plan for the incidence of an attack happening
- Protect your computer and its data from a ransomware attack
Course features
- Easy-to-follow lessons
- Content can be accessed via any platform: mobile, tablet or computer
- Animated videos for an engaging study programme
Course lessons
- In-depth prevention tips
- Contingency planning
- Reporting an attack

Accreditation

This course has been accredited by Online Academies. On successful completion of this course you will be able to download or print off a PDF of your Online Academies Certificate (please note: you will also be given the opportunity to have a hard copy of the certificate printed off and posted out to you for a small additional charge). If you would like to view a sample of the certificate, please click here.

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Assessment

At the conclusion of each module there is a multiple choice question assessment. This will help you remember the main points of the lesson and act as a check that you have retained the essential knowledge and understanding of that particular section. The results can be seen instantaneously and you can correct wrong answers. When the result is satisfactory you can progress to the next module.

Course Outcomes

Once you have successfully completed all the modules for your course you will be awarded:

A Diploma issued by Online Academies

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