Welcome to our introduction to Cybersecurity!

This video, "Cybersecurity: Crash Course Computer Science #31," will provide you with a foundational understanding of the essential concepts in cybersecurity.

In this lesson, you will learn about:

  • The core goals of cybersecurity: Understanding the principles of secrecy, integrity, and availability of data.
  • Threat Models: How to think like a security professional by identifying potential attackers and their motives.
  • Authentication: The different methods used to verify identity, such as passwords, physical tokens, and biometrics. The video also explains the importance of two-factor authentication.
  • Access Control: How systems determine who has permission to see and modify information.
  • System-Level Security: A brief look into the challenges of securing software and the importance of isolation and code verification.

By the end of this video, you will have a strong grasp of the fundamental principles that protect our digital world. Please watch the video to begin your journey into the fascinating field of cybersecurity.

Last modified: Thursday, 14 August 2025, 1:08 PM