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Phase 1: Cybersecurity Essentials (Weeks 1-2 - 10 Days) Introduction to Cybersecurity (2 Days): What is cybersecurity? Landscape of cyber threats and vulnerabilities. Core security principles (CIA triad: Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability). Impact of cyberattacks on individuals and organizations. Networking Fundamentals (3 Days): Understanding basic network concepts (IP addresses, TCP/IP protocols). Different network topologies and their security implications. Introduction to firewalls and network segmentation. Cybersecurity Threats & Attacks (3 Days): Common cyber threats (malware, phishing, social engineering). Network attacks (denial-of-service, man-in-the-middle). Exploiting vulnerabilities in software and systems. Security Awareness & Best Practices (2 Days): Importance of strong passwords and password management techniques. Safe browsing habits and recognizing phishing attempts. Maintaining software updates and patching vulnerabilities. Phase 2: Diving Deeper into Security Techniques (Weeks 3-6 - 20 Days) Operating System Security (4 Days): Securing Windows and Linux operating systems. User account management and access controls. Hardening operating systems to mitigate risks. Cryptography & Encryption (4 Days): Fundamentals of cryptography (symmetric, asymmetric encryption). Secure communication protocols (HTTPS, TLS). Understanding digital signatures and certificates. Security Tools & Technologies (5 Days): Introduction to antivirus, anti-malware software, and firewalls. Intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS). Vulnerability scanning and penetration testing concepts. Incident Response & Forensics (4 Days): Steps involved in cyber incident response (detection, containment, eradication, recovery). Digital forensics basics: collecting and preserving digital evidence. Importance of incident response plans and procedures. Phase 3: Advanced Topics & Practical Applications (Weeks 7-8 - 20 Days)