Big Data Fundamentals (DDN305)
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Online
Course
English
Online
Course
French
Overview
Delivery method
Online
Duration
Less than 1 hour
Audience
Employees
Description
Big data describes the large volume of structured and unstructured data that organizations amass on a daily basis. This online self-paced course examines the key characteristics of big data, the types of data it incorporates, the benefits it can provide, and the different ways it can be applied. Participants will explore some of the fundamental security challenges of big data and review best practices for managing big data throughout its information life cycle.
Topics include:
- recognizing the key characteristics of big data
- identifying the benefits of big data to organizations
- distinguishing between data sources and market sectors
- applying best practices for securing big data
- understanding the phases of the data life cycle
Legacy course code: I017
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Next session: December 06, 2024 | 2 more dates
