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    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      AI For Business

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Generative AI, Data Ethics, HR Tech, Data Governance, Big Data, Machine Learning, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Governance, Business Strategy, Human Resources, Organizational Strategy, Customer Data Management, Credit Risk, Risk Management, Tensorflow, Personalized Service, Data-Driven Decision-Making, People Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Cybersecurity for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Incident Response, Penetration Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Data Security, Authentications, Cyber Attacks, Security Testing, Cloud Security, Security Strategy, Computer Security Awareness Training, Malware Protection, Risk Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Enterprise Security

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of California, Davis

      Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

      Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, GIS Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Data Storytelling, Geographic Information Systems, Data Presentation, Data Sharing, Geospatial Mapping, Public Health, Land Management, Heat Maps, Metadata Management, Data Quality, Community Health, Data Mapping, Data Visualization Software, File Management, Network Analysis, Data Modeling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6.3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • D

      DeepLearning.AI

      Convolutional Neural Networks in TensorFlow

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Supervised Learning, Data Processing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      8.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      ISC2

      Security Principles

      Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, Risk Management Framework, Security Awareness, Cyber Governance, Security Management, Cyber Risk, Security Strategy, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Ethics, Data Integrity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      543 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • D

      Duke University

      Data Analysis with R

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Inference, Exploratory Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Statistical Reporting, Probability Distribution, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis Software, R Programming, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Software, Statistical Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Probability, Statistics, Correlation Analysis, Data Literacy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7.5K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • G

      Google

      From Likes to Leads: Interact with Customers Online

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Management, Marketing Analytics, Customer Engagement, Digital Advertising, Brand Awareness, Advertising, Target Audience

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.7K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      IBM

      Introduction to Cloud Computing

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Emerging Technologies, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Virtual Machines, Serverless Computing, Microservices, Containerization, DevOps

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Essential Google Cloud Infrastructure: Foundation

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Storage, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Computing, Network Infrastructure, Virtual Machines, Cloud Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Command-Line Interface, Firewall

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      17K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      G

      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Introduction to User Experience Design

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Prototyping, User Centered Design, Usability, Requirements Analysis, UI/UX Research, Interaction Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Usability Testing, User Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      8.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Analyze Network Traffic with TCPDump: Build a Logging Tool

      Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Linux, TCP/IP, Scripting, Shell Script, Network Monitoring, Network Analysis, Network Security, Network Protocols

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Build a Full Website using WordPress

      Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Content Management Systems, Web Content, Web Design and Development, Web Design, Blogs, Content Development and Management, Social Media

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      4.2K reviews

      Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • AI For Business: University of Pennsylvania
    • Cybersecurity for Business: University of Colorado System
    • Geographic Information Systems (GIS): University of California, Davis
    • Convolutional Neural Networks in TensorFlow: DeepLearning.AI
    • Security Principles: ISC2
    • Data Analysis with R: Duke University
    • From Likes to Leads: Interact with Customers Online: Google
    • Introduction to Cloud Computing: IBM
    • Essential Google Cloud Infrastructure: Foundation: Google Cloud
    • Introduction to User Experience Design : Georgia Institute of Technology

    Skills you can learn in Computer Security And Networks

    Cybersecurity (33)
    Google (25)
    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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    Web (8)

    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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