VGCC introduces Computer Security class

Vance-Granville Community College will offer a new course, “Basic PC Security,” on Tuesday nights, June 30 through August 18.

Students will learn the nature of threats to their personal computers, assess their vulnerability, identify the “weak links” in their systems, and learn how to implement simple solutions to minimize risks. Students will explore the vulnerabilities of operating systems, software, and networks. They will gain an understanding of how hackers gain access to computers without their owners’ knowledge, as well as why, where, and how viruses, worms, and blended threats are created.

Students should be familiar with general PC terminology and have a basic understanding of Windows to take this course. Donna Gill, an instructor for VGCC’s Information Systems Security and Networking Technology programs, will teach this class, which will meet in Building 7, room 7330.

For more information and to register, call 252-738-3417 or 738-3324.