Purview: Data Security and Compliance Fundamentals

In today's digital landscape, safeguarding sensitive information and adhering to complex regulations are critical challenges for any organization. Data breaches and compliance failures can lead to significant financial penalties and reputational damage. This course provides a clear, text-based path to understanding and implementing essential data security and compliance measures. By the end of this course, you will possess a foundational understanding of data governance principles and be able to apply core Purview features to manage and protect your organization's data effectively. You will gain the skills to identify, classify, and secure sensitive information, ensuring adherence to modern compliance requirements. What you'll learn: * Understand core concepts of information security, data governance, and regulatory compliance * Learn to classify and label sensitive data for effective protection within Purview * Apply data loss prevention (DLP) policies to safeguard information from unauthorized sharing * Configure data retention and deletion policies to meet compliance obligations * Explore basic principles of zero-trust data access and how Purview supports them * Implement foundational data privacy controls to align with current regulations * Practice identifying and mitigating common data security and compliance risks This course begins with an introduction to key terminology and foundational concepts, then progressively guides you through the practical application of Purview's tools for data security, governance, and compliance. Each topic builds on the last, providing a comprehensive understanding of how to manage information risks. This course is designed for absolute beginners with no prior experience in data security, compliance, or using Purview. All necessary concepts are introduced from the ground up. Begin your journey to mastering data protection and compliance today.