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Information Security vs. Cybersecurity: What's the Difference?

What does it take to protect companies from data breaches? Whether you go into information security or cybersecurity, these skills are in high demand.
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How to Become a Penetration Tester

Cybersecurity experts are needed to find exploits in businesses’ systems. Learn how to become a penetration tester and protect companies with “ethical hacking.”
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How to Become a Cybersecurity Analyst

Businesses without adequate security are targets for cyberattacks. Discover how to become a cybersecurity analyst, and enter one of today’s hottest fields.
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7 Types of Cybersecurity You Should Know

Because cyber threats come in many forms, so does cybersecurity. Find out about seven types of cybersecurity and the different ways they protect networks.
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How a Tech Enthusiast Gained Specialized Cybersecurity Skills

Frankie sought to gain understanding and hands-on experience in cybersecurity. The depth and rigor of the {brand-name} Cybersecurity Bootcamp curriculum proved challenging yet rewarding—even with a prior tech background.
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From Tech Enthusiast to Cybersecurity Career-Ready: Chad Sider's Bootcamp Journey

Chad's journey is a powerful example of how passion, dedication, education, and a solid support system can prepare you for a new tech career. Learn how he transformed from a tech enthusiast to a cybersecurity career-ready professional.
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One Cybersecurity Alum's Journey from Customer Support to Systems Support

Learn how cybersecurity bootcamp alum Carnesia Jackson went from a beginner to a professional support systems specialist with CompTIA Security+ certification in a matter of months.
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Cybersecurity Horror Stories to Tell In the Dark

In this spirit of Halloween, we’ve created 5 hypothetical horror stories to help inform, entertain, and inspire you to secure your data this season and beyond. Read on to learn how cybersecurity best practices can help you prevent a harrowing tale of your own this Halloween.
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Internet Security Tips for the Back-to-School Season

Between extended time away from home, seasonal sales, and the long Labor Day weekend, the back-to-school season in the U.S. is a great time to ensure your accounts, devices, and data are protected.
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Most Common Phishing Lures in Every State

We explored the most common phishing lures in each U.S. state, as well as the most commonly impersonated organizations in digital scams.
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Cyber Bootcamp Student Project: How to Use OSINT Tools

Cybersecurity Bootcamp students learn by doing throughout the project-based curriculum. Watch an example of a completed cybersecurity bootcamp capstone project about open-source intelligence tools.
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Cybersecurity Bootcamp Student Projects: Mitigating Cyberthreats

Cybersecurity bootcamp students complete a Capstone Project to demonstrate what they’ve learned and offer real-world solutions to potential cyberattacks. Watch a few cybersecurity projects completed and presented by bootcamp students.
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