Welcome to the Pre-Security section — the ideal starting point for anyone new to cybersecurity. This foundational block introduces key concepts, roles, and technologies that shape the modern cyber landscape. Whether you're aiming for a career in offensive, defensive, or general IT security, this section gives you the knowledge base to move forward confidently.
The following topics are covered under Pre-Security:
– Explore common roles in the industry: responsibilities, skill sets, and career paths.
[Network Fundamentals](https://rounded-memory-9fd.notion.site/Network-Fundamentals-217fed7f10d6803c926dc4dff43142e8)
– Learn the basics of how data moves across networks, including routing, protocols, and addressing.
[Web Fundamentals](https://rounded-memory-9fd.notion.site/Web-Fundamentals-217fed7f10d68045baddfdb8103f0543)
– Understand how the internet works: HTTP(S), DNS, cookies, and web infrastructure.
Both the Pre-Security and Cyber Security 101 tracks include:
[Linux Fundamentals](https://rounded-memory-9fd.notion.site/Linux-Fundamentals-217fed7f10d6800f8619e63428abf846)
[Windows Fundamentals](https://rounded-memory-9fd.notion.site/Windows-Fundamentals-217fed7f10d6808d9d88fc70bdebd99b)
To avoid content duplication, these modules are only placed in this section. If you're progressing through Cyber Security 101 afterward, you'll already be familiar with them.