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# 🛡️ Cybersecurity Fundamentals



Welcome to **Cybersecurity Fundamentals**! This repository is a comprehensive guide to foundational cybersecurity concepts and practices. It’s designed for beginners who want to build a solid base in cybersecurity and understand the critical elements involved in securing systems and data.



## 📂 Repository Structure



The repository is organized into folders covering different areas of cybersecurity. Each folder contains Markdown files and resources for easy understanding and practical learning.



### 📁 Folder Overview



- **Introduction** - Overview of cybersecurity and its importance. [➤](./1. Introduction to Cybersecurity.md)

- **Principles-and-Concepts** - Key concepts like CIA Triad, risk management, and security models. [➤](./2. Cybersecurity Principles and Concepts.md)

- **Network-Security** - Basics of network defense mechanisms, including firewalls and VPNs. [➤](./3. Network Security.md)

- **Data-Protection** - Essential data protection techniques such as encryption and DLP. [➤](./4. Data Protection.md)

- **Endpoint-Security** - Guidelines for protecting individual devices and patch management. [➤](./5. Endpoint Security.md)

- **IAM (Identity and Access Management)** - Access controls, authentication, and password policies. [➤](./6. Identity and Access Management (IAM).md)

- **Incident-Response** - Steps for handling security incidents and implementing monitoring tools. [➤](./7. Incident Response and Security Operations.md)

- **Legal-and-Ethics** - Overview of compliance requirements and ethical considerations. [➤](./8. Legal and Ethical Aspects.md)



## 🚀 Getting Started



To get started, browse the folders to find Markdown files that cover each area in detail. Each file provides an explanation, key points, and sometimes links to further resources for in-depth learning.



1. Clone the repository:

   ```bash

   git clone https://github.com/yourusername/Cybersecurity-Fundamentals.git

2. Explore the folders and topics.



## 📖 Topics Covered



This repository covers:



- **Core Concepts**: Understanding threats, vulnerabilities, and security models.

- **Network Security**: Firewalls, VPNs, IDS, and IPS.

- **Data Security**: Encryption basics, data loss prevention, and best practices.

- **Identity and Access** Management: Multi-factor authentication, access control.

- **Incident Response**: Handling breaches, monitoring, and SIEM.

- **Legal and Ethical Aspects**: Cybersecurity laws and responsible practices.



## 🤝 Contributing



Contributions are welcome! If you have suggestions or additional resources to share, please feel free to open a pull request.



1. Fork this repository.

2. Create a branch: ```git checkout -b feature/your-feature-name```.

3. Commit your changes: ```git commit -m 'Add some feature'```.

4. Push to the branch: ```git push origin feature/your-feature-name```.

5. Open a pull request.



## 📜 License



This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.



## 📚 Additional Resources



For more information on cybersecurity, consider checking out:



- [OWASP](https://owasp.org/) - Application security standards and resources.

- [Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)](https://www.cisa.gov/) - Government resources for cybersecurity.

- [Cybrary](https://www.cybrary.it/) - Free and premium training courses for all levels.



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Happy Learning and Stay Safe! 🌐🔐