Cyber Security Module 3: Anatomy of a URL- How to Identify Web Links

Course Overview

The Uniform Resource Locator (URL) simplifies how we navigate the ever-expanding Internet, but most users don’t realize how links work or the complex work that URLs handle, and cyber criminals use that lack of knowledge to their advantage. This module is an introductory overview of cyber security measures related to safe Web browsing for new employees during onboarding or as a refresher course for those without a cyber security background.

Learning Objectives

By the end of the session, you will learn:

• How to recognize the different components of a URL
• How to tell if a URL has been shortened
• How to determine whether a link is safe or malicious

Duration

12 minutes