This course provides you with the opportunity to learn about OS security. It examines both Windows and Linux operating systems. The career skills acquired in the course introduce the understanding of OS operating system security and its importance in operating system support.
OS Security
OS Security
Taught in English
Intermediate level
Recommended experience
17 hours to complete
3 weeks at 5 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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Progress towards a degree
What you'll learn
Explore operating system firewalls.
Demonstrate the use of Operating System logs.
Explore Operating system permissions.
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Assessments
8 quizzes, 3 assignments
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There are 3 modules in this course
Welcome to OS Security! In this course, we will cover the topics of: Firewalls and Logging and OS Permissions. This module examines the basics of firewalls. It discusses how to configure Windows and Linux firewalls, and how to review logs for both operating systems.
What's included
6 videos5 readings4 quizzes1 assignment1 discussion prompt
This module explores the fundamentals of Windows and Linux permissions. It identifies how to configure file and folder permissions for each operating system.
What's included
4 videos4 readings4 quizzes1 assignment
This module contains the summative course assessment that has been designed to evaluate your understanding of the course material and assess your ability to apply the knowledge you have acquired throughout the course. Be sure to review the course material thoroughly before taking the assessment.
What's included
1 assignment
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Illinois Tech
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This course is part of the following degree programs offered by Illinois Tech. If you are admitted and enroll, your coursework can count toward your degree learning and your progress can transfer with you.
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