About Workshop
Cybersecurity has become an essential part of today's connected digital world. From personal devices and online communication to networks and digital systems, protecting information and technology is increasingly important.
Foundations of Cyber Defense is a beginner-friendly workshop designed to introduce participants to the fundamental concepts of cybersecurity, common cyber threats and basic defense strategies.
The workshop combines essential concepts with practical activities, simulations, real-world examples and teamwork to help participants understand how cyber attacks occur, how threats can be identified and how defenders respond to security incidents.
Basic computer familiarity is sufficient to participate in the workshop.
By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:
- Understand basic cybersecurity principles
- Recognize common cyber threats
- Identify phishing indicators
- Understand basic encryption and decryption
- Explain the importance of secure communication
- Understand the role of firewalls in network defenses
- Understand the purpose of Intrusion Detection Systems
- Analyze basic cyber threat scenarios
- Identify potential security risks
- Develop a practical cyber-defense mindset
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Participants who successfully complete the workshop will be eligible for a:
- Certificate of Participation / Completion
- The certificate will recognize the participant's successful participation in the Foundations of Cyber Defense workshop.