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Introduction to security, compliance, and identity concepts (SC-900 Part 1)

Part 1 of Microsoft's free SC-900 prep: core security, compliance and identity concepts such as Zero Trust and authentication.

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About this course

This Microsoft Learn path opens the four-part SC-900 series. It explains the shared responsibility model, defence in depth, Zero Trust, encryption and data residency, then moves to identity: authentication versus authorisation, identity providers, single sign-on, directory services and federation.

Best for: Beginners preparing for SC-900 or anyone needing security vocabulary for a cloud or IT role.

What you will be able to do

  • Explain the shared responsibility model and Zero Trust
  • Describe encryption, data residency and compliance concepts
  • Distinguish authentication from authorisation
  • Explain identity providers, SSO and federation

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Free on Microsoft Learn; the SC-900 certification exam is paid.

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Quick answers

Is Introduction to security, compliance, and identity concepts (SC-900 Part 1) really free?
Yes, the course material is free on Microsoft Learn. Free on Microsoft Learn; the SC-900 certification exam is paid.
How long does Introduction to security, compliance, and identity concepts (SC-900 Part 1) take?
Microsoft Learn does not publish an hour estimate. It is self-paced, so you set the pace.
Do I need experience before Introduction to security, compliance, and identity concepts (SC-900 Part 1)?
No. It is a beginner course with no prerequisites listed.

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