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    • E

      ESSEC Business School

      Strategic Business Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Business Analytics, Forecasting, Peer Review, Data Presentation, Predictive Analytics, R Programming, Customer Analysis, Information Technology, Digital Transformation, Business Marketing, Advanced Analytics, Marketing Strategies, Statistical Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Analytics, Business Analysis, Data Synthesis, Data Analysis, Data Storytelling

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Build, Train and Deploy ML Models with Keras on Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Google Cloud Platform, Data Pipelines, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Application Deployment, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Processing, Scalability, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Data Transformation

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      2.8K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Pittsburgh

      Disaster Preparedness

      Skills you'll gain: Triage, Mitigation, Emergency Response, Safety and Security, Emergency Medicine, First Aid, Healthcare Ethics, Risk Analysis, Stress Management, Resourcefulness, Adaptability, Water Resources, Cultural Diversity, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      Infosec

      Cybersecurity Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Cyber Security Policies, Linux Commands, Cyber Security Assessment, Command-Line Interface, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Linux, Risk Management Framework, Network Monitoring, Security Management, Operating Systems, Cyber Risk, Threat Management, General Networking, Vulnerability Assessments, Windows PowerShell, Cyber Governance, Microsoft Windows, Virtual Machines

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      613 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      Infosec

      Computer Forensics

      Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Microsoft Windows, Cybersecurity, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Data Security, Information Systems Security, Litigation Support, Network Security, Operating Systems, Data Structures, General Networking, Data Validation, Record Keeping, Data Integrity, Data Storage, Data Analysis Software, User Accounts, USB, System Configuration

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      313 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      Y

      Yonsei University

      Deep Learning for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Tensorflow, Artificial Neural Networks, Business Strategy, Image Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      680 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      T

      The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

      Research Data Management and Sharing

      Skills you'll gain: Data Sharing, Data Management, File Management, Data Storage, Information Management, Data Strategy, Metadata Management, Data Governance, Document Management, Data Literacy, Data Quality, Data Integrity, Data Security, Version Control

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      717 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Take Your English Communication Skills to the Next Level

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentation, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Business Correspondence, English Language, Cultural Diversity, Business Communication, Professional Networking, Communication, Cultural Sensitivity, Business Writing, Interviewing Skills, Language Competency

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      901 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      IBM

      Introduction to Neural Networks and PyTorch

      Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Predictive Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Data Manipulation, Linear Algebra

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Minnesota

      IT Infrastructure and Emerging Trends

      Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, IT Management, Information Technology, Technology Solutions, Technology Strategies, IT Infrastructure, Information Systems, Mobile Security, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Management Information Systems, Blockchain

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      475 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      Infosec

      JavaScript Security

      Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Application Security, Serverless Computing, Secure Coding, Security Testing, Cryptography, Risk Management Framework, Threat Modeling, Cloud Security, Infrastructure Security, Package and Software Management, Node.JS, Web Applications, Javascript, Vulnerability Management, Cloud Services, Cloud Platforms, Web Development, Identity and Access Management, Dependency Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      102 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • D

      DeepLearning.AI

      Apply Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs)

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Image Analysis, Data Ethics, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Information Privacy, Artificial Intelligence

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      544 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Strategic Business Analytics: ESSEC Business School
    • Build, Train and Deploy ML Models with Keras on Google Cloud: Google Cloud
    • Disaster Preparedness: University of Pittsburgh
    • Cybersecurity Foundations: Infosec
    • Computer Forensics: Infosec
    • Deep Learning for Business: Yonsei University
    • Research Data Management and Sharing: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
    • Take Your English Communication Skills to the Next Level: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Introduction to Neural Networks and PyTorch: IBM
    • IT Infrastructure and Emerging Trends: University of Minnesota

    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)
    Kubernetes (8)
    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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