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    • Status: Free
      Free
      E

      EIT Digital

      Cybersecurity Awareness and Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Cyber Attacks, Identity and Access Management, Threat Management, Threat Detection, Data Security, User Accounts, Entrepreneurship

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      741 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Exploratory Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Ggplot2, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Visualization Software, R Programming, Scatter Plots, Graphing, Box Plots, Data Analysis, Histogram, Statistical Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Color Theory

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of California, Davis

      Computational Social Science

      Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Data Wrangling, Natural Language Processing, Web Scraping, Social Sciences, Data Ethics, Databases, Artificial Intelligence, Research, Simulations, Big Data, Systems Thinking, Data Science, Research Methodologies, Machine Learning, Data Collection, Computational Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Graph Theory, Agentic systems

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • M

      Microsoft

      Microsoft SC-900 Exam Preparation and Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Azure Active Directory, Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Security Controls, Identity and Access Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Generative AI, Cloud Security, Data Governance, Authentications, Network Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Security, Scenario Testing, System Monitoring, Threat Detection, Multi-Factor Authentication, Encryption

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      109 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Enterprise System Management and Security

      Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Systems Administration, Virtualization, Information Technology, Information Systems Security, Enterprise Security, Network Administration, Security Management, Computer Networking, Virtual Machines, Computer Systems, Enterprise Architecture

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      627 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      Y

      Yonsei University

      Wireless Communications for Everybody

      Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Telecommunications, Network Architecture, Digital Communications, Network Planning And Design, Network Protocols, Capacity Management, Emerging Technologies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • D

      DeepLearning.AI

      AI for Good

      Skills you'll gain: Disaster Recovery, Data Analysis, Jupyter, Exploratory Data Analysis, Image Analysis, Data Ethics, Statistical Analysis, Emergency Response, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Mitigation, Text Mining, Environmental Monitoring, Natural Language Processing, Unstructured Data, Deep Learning, Data Processing, Forecasting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      459 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Google Workspace Security

      Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Google Workspace, Mobile Security, Security Management, Cloud Security, Application Security, Data Security, Security Controls, Identity and Access Management, Continuous Monitoring, Authentications, Multi-Factor Authentication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      797 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • A

      Amazon Web Services

      Introduction to Information Technology and AWS Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Web Applications, Cloud Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Information Technology, Cloud Computing, Public Cloud, IT Infrastructure, Computer Systems, Amazon S3, Web Development, General Networking, Web Servers, Operating Systems, Servers, Virtualization, Data Centers, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Computer Hardware

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      413 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universiteit Leiden

      Risk in Modern Society

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Safety and Security, Environmental Issue, Cyber Security Strategy, Decision Making, Public Health

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      218 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Introduction to Computer Information Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Productivity Software, Network Security, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Computer Systems, Data Security, Risk Management, System Design and Implementation, Information Technology, Software Development Methodologies, Data Ethics, Cybersecurity, System Software, General Networking, Information Privacy, Information Systems, Workflow Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      227 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      Google

      Decisions, Decisions: Dashboards and Reports

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Business Reporting, Scalability, Stakeholder Communications, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Analysis, Performance Analysis, Presentations, Interviewing Skills

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.1K reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular network security courses

    • Cybersecurity Awareness and Innovation: EIT Digital
    • Exploratory Data Analysis: Johns Hopkins University
    • Computational Social Science: University of California, Davis
    • Microsoft SC-900 Exam Preparation and Practice: Microsoft
    • Enterprise System Management and Security : University of Colorado System
    • Wireless Communications for Everybody: Yonsei University
    • AI for Good: DeepLearning.AI
    • Google Workspace Security: Google Cloud
    • Introduction to Information Technology and AWS Cloud: Amazon Web Services
    • Risk in Modern Society : Universiteit Leiden

    Skills you can learn in Computer Security And Networks

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    Google Cloud Platform (17)
    Internet (17)
    Cryptography (16)
    Network Security (16)
    Linux (12)
    Software Testing (12)
    Information Security (10)
    Application Programming Interfaces (8)
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    Frequently Asked Questions about Network Security

    Network security courses on Coursera offer insights and practical skills to protect digital information and maintain secure networks:

    • Understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals, including threats, vulnerabilities, and countermeasures.
    • Techniques for securing network infrastructure, such as firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.
    • Skills in implementing and managing encryption technologies to safeguard data in transit and at rest.
    • Knowledge of ethical hacking and penetration testing to identify security weaknesses.
    • Best practices for responding to and recovering from security breaches.
    • Application of security policies and compliance standards to ensure legal and regulatory adherence.
    • Insights into emerging security trends and technologies.‎

    Network security courses on Coursera are structured to accommodate learners at various levels:

    • Introductory courses are designed for newcomers, introducing the basics of network security without requiring previous experience.
    • Intermediate courses expand on foundational knowledge, diving deeper into specific security technologies and practices.
    • Advanced courses are intended for professionals with a solid understanding of network security, focusing on complex security solutions and strategies.‎

    Coursera provides a variety of credentials in network security:

    • Professional certificates that can help develop your skills and demonstrate your expertise in network security.
    • Specialized course certificates that help demonstrate your proficiency in particular aspects of network security, such as cybersecurity policy or digital forensics.
    • Degree programs and professional qualifications that can help prepare you for leadership roles in cybersecurity.

    These credentials are designed to enhance your professional profile and support your career advancement in the field of network security.‎

    Studying network security on Coursera can prepare you for a range of roles focused on protecting organizational assets and infrastructure:

    • Cybersecurity Analyst: Monitor, detect, investigate, analyze, and respond to security incidents.
    • Network Security Engineer: Design and implement secure network solutions to prevent unauthorized access and attacks.
    • Security Consultant: Advise organizations on security strategies and best practices to safeguard their information.
    • Chief Information Security Officer (CISO): Oversee an organization’s entire security posture, from policy development to incident response.
    • Penetration Tester: Perform authorized attacks on systems to improve their security by identifying vulnerabilities.‎
    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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