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Cybersecurity Beginner's Guide

Cybersecurity Beginner's Guide

By : Joshua Mason
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Cybersecurity Beginner's Guide

Cybersecurity Beginner's Guide

By: Joshua Mason

Overview of this book

In today’s increasingly connected world, cybersecurity touches every aspect of our lives, yet it remains a mystery to most. This beginner’s guide pulls back the curtain on how cybersecurity really works, revealing what professionals do to keep us safe. Learn how cyber threats emerge, how experts counter them, and what you can do to protect yourself online. Perfect for business leaders, tech enthusiasts, and anyone curious about digital security, this book delivers insider knowledge without the jargon. This edition also explores cybersecurity careers, AI/ML in cybersecurity, and essential skills that apply in both personal and professional contexts. Air Force pilot turned cybersecurity leader Joshua Mason shares hard-won insights from his unique journey, drawing on years of training teams and advising organizations worldwide. He walks you through the tools and strategies used by professionals, showing how expert practices translate into real-world protection. With up-to-date information of the latest threats and defenses, this cybersecurity book is both an informative read and a practical guide to staying secure in the digital age. *Email sign-up and proof of purchase required.
Table of Contents (17 chapters)
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Decoding the Cyber Lexicon: A Beginner’s Guide to Essential Terminology

Welcome to the world of cybersecurity! If you’ve ever tried to read an article about a cyberattack or talked to techies, you must have heard words such as phishing and ransomware thrown around as if they were parts of a coffee order. In such cases, it can feel like deciphering an alien language. It’s like you’re stepping into a fantasy world—one filled with its own strange creatures, magical tools, and mysterious villains. But don’t worry—you’re not alone!

One of the most challenging parts of cybersecurity is understanding the terminology. The ability to talk about cybersecurity comes down to knowing what all the words and phrases mean.

In this chapter, we will unravel the mysteries of cyber jargon with fun stories, crazy analogies, and a bit of history to give you the context you need. By the end, you’ll understand the terminology and be able...

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