Microsoft Security Fundamentals
Microsoft Security Fundamentals is a beginner-level online course from Udemy in Ethical Hacking. It is structured in 20 modules with 8 stated learning outcomes, over 13 hours. It costs ₹499, certificate included. Learners rate it 4.4/5 from 1.2K ratings on Udemy, with 7.9K enrolled.
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Course highlights
| Provider | Udemy |
| Duration | 13 hours |
| Level | Beginner |
| Mode | Self-paced |
| Language | English |
| Certificate | Yes — shareable certificate |
| Instructor | Alton Teaches LLC |
| Rating | 4.4★ (1.2K reviews) |
| Learners | 7.9K |
| Price | ₹499 ₹3,449 |
About this course
Microsoft Security Fundamentals is a beginner-level course on Udemy that teaches core Windows security concepts through hands-on demonstrations. The course runs for 13 hours and costs ₹499. It is designed for learners who want to build a basic Windows security lab environment using VirtualBox, Windows Server 2016, and Active Directory.
What this particular course does with Windows security is focus on practical configuration. Learners build a basic Windows security lab environment with VirtualBox, Windows Server 2016, and Active Directory to follow along with demonstrations. The syllabus covers Domain 1: Understanding Security Layers, Domain 2: Understanding Operating System Security, Domain 3: Understanding Network Security, and Domain 4: Understanding Security Software. Each domain breaks into parts that walk through specific topics such as user authentication, permissions, password policies, encryption, malware, dedicated firewalls, network isolation, protocol security, client protection, and email protection.
At the end, a learner can build a basic Windows security lab, configure BitLocker and BitLocker To Go encryption, set up AppLocker and Software Restriction Policies, manage NTFS and share permissions with inheritance and effective access, configure Active Directory groups and organizational units, delegate administration, and set up Windows Firewall rules distinguishing hardware from software firewalls. The course also covers Windows password policies, account lockout policies, audit policies, and Encrypting File System (EFS).
Honest limits: the course does not cover cloud security platforms such as Azure or AWS, nor does it teach offensive penetration testing or malware reverse engineering. Learners seeking those topics would be better served by the alternative courses in the data, such as "Learn Ethical Hacking From Scratch" (₹669, 15 hours, 4.6 rating) or "Real-World Ethical Hacking: Hands-on Cybersecurity" (₹619, 11 hours, 4.7 rating), both of which focus on offensive security techniques rather than Windows hardening fundamentals.
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What this course covers
20 modulesThe 20-part outline Udemy publishes for this course, across 13 hours.
Module 1 · Course Introduction
Module 2 · Setting Up Your Virtualized Test Environment
Module 3 · Domain 1 Overview: Understanding Security Layers
Module 4 · Domain 1 – Part 1: Understanding Core Security Principles
Module 5 · Domain 1 – Part 2: Understanding Physical Security
Module 6 · Domain 1 – Part 3: Understanding Wireless Security
Module 7 · Domain 2 Overview: Understanding Operating System Security
Module 8 · Domain 2 – Part 1: Understanding User Authentication
Module 9 · Domain 2 – Part 2: Understanding Permissions
Module 10 · Domain 2 – Part 3: Understanding Password Policies
Module 11 · Domain 2 – Part 4: Understanding Audit Policies
Module 12 · Domain 2 – Part 5: Understanding Encryption
Module 13 · Domain 2 – Part 6: Understanding Malware
Module 14 · Domain 3 Overview: Understanding Network Security
Module 15 · Domain 3 – Part 1: Understanding Dedicated Firewalls
Module 16 · Domain 3 – Part 2: Understanding Network Isolation
Module 17 · Domain 3 – Part 3: Understanding Protocol Security
Module 18 · Domain 4 Overview: Understanding Security Software
Module 19 · Domain 4 – Part 1: Understanding Client Protection
Module 20 · Domain 4 – Part 2: Understanding Email Protection
What learners rate it
Rated 4.4/5 by 1.2K learners on Udemy (checked 5 Oct 2026).
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4.4★ | ₹499 | 13 hours | Beginner-friendly · 13 hours | |
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Common questions
How much does Microsoft Security Fundamentals cost?
It is listed at ₹499 on Udemy, last checked 5 October 2026. Course prices change and providers run discounts, so treat this as the list price and confirm on the provider page.
Does Microsoft Security Fundamentals come with a certificate?
Yes — Udemy lists a certificate on completion. It is a course certificate, not a formal qualification or university credit.
How long does Microsoft Security Fundamentals take?
Udemy lists it at 13 hours. It is self-paced, so that is the volume of material rather than a deadline — how long it actually takes depends on the hours you put in each week.
Is Microsoft Security Fundamentals suitable for beginners?
Yes. Udemy lists it at Beginner level, so no prior experience in the subject is assumed.
What does Microsoft Security Fundamentals cover?
It is organised into 20 modules, starting with Course Introduction and going on to Setting Up Your Virtualized Test Environment, Domain 1 Overview: Understanding Security Layers, Domain 1 – Part 1: Understanding Core Security Principles, Domain 1 – Part 2: Understanding Physical Security, among others. The full outline is on this page.
Who teaches Microsoft Security Fundamentals?
Alton Teaches LLC, as listed by Udemy.