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      University of London

      Introduction to Network Security

      Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cryptographic Protocols, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Computer Security, OSI Models, General Networking, Computer Networking, Network Architecture, Network Analysis, Network Model

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      IBM AI Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Unsupervised Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Keras (Neural Network Library), Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Generative AI, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Reinforcement Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Regression Analysis, Generative AI Agents, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Algorithms, ChatGPT, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Data Science

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      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      21K reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Network Engineer

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Application Performance Management, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Infrastructure, Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, Load Balancing, Firewall, Network Performance Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Generative AI, Network Security, Cloud Applications, Network Architecture, Containerization, Identity and Access Management, Network Monitoring, Network Routing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Troubleshooting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      50K reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      New York University

      Introduction to Cyber Security

      Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cybersecurity, Threat Modeling, Cyber Attacks, Infrastructure Security, Authentications, Computer Security, Network Security, Enterprise Security, Mobile Security, Firewall, Cyber Security Strategy, TCP/IP, IT Security Architecture, Security Controls, Threat Detection, Public Key Infrastructure, Cyber Security Policies, Cryptography

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.7K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Computer Communications

      Skills you'll gain: TCP/IP, Routing Protocols, Digital Communications, Local Area Networks, Network Protocols, OSI Models, Network Security, Network Architecture, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Routing, Network Planning And Design, Network Infrastructure, General Networking, Computer Networking, Network Performance Management, Wireless Networks, Telecommunications, Software-Defined Networking, Application Programming Interface (API), Mobile Security

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      3.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Cisco Learning and Certifications

      Security Operations Center (SOC)

      Skills you'll gain: Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cyber Operations, Incident Response, Automation, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Computer Security Incident Management, System Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Network Monitoring

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      291 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Cisco Learning and Certifications

      Data Security

      Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Data Security, Public Key Infrastructure, Information Systems Security, Network Security, Information Assurance, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Encryption, Cybersecurity, Network Monitoring, Event Monitoring, Network Analysis, Key Management, Data Integrity, Data Capture, Incident Response

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      57 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Kennesaw State University

      Managing Network Security

      Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Firewall, Network Protocols, Cybersecurity, TCP/IP, Network Monitoring, Cryptography, Information Systems Security, Cloud Security, Computer Networking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Vulnerability Assessments, Cloud Computing, Wireless Networks, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Encryption

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      233 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fortinet, Inc.

      Network Security Support Engineer

      Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Firewall, Network Monitoring, Network Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Performance Management, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, System Monitoring, Authentications, Performance Tuning, System Configuration, Cybersecurity, Malware Protection

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yonsei University

      Introduction to TCP/IP

      Skills you'll gain: TCP/IP, Network Protocols, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Network Routing, Cybersecurity, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Network Architecture, Network Analysis, Network Security

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Healthcare Data Security, Privacy, and Compliance

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Health Information Management, Health Care, Medical Records, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Personally Identifiable Information, Security Awareness, Data Security, Regulatory Compliance, Patient Safety, Information Privacy, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Encryption

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      409 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Enhanced Network Security Approach on Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Threat Detection, Google Cloud Platform, Threat Management, Cloud Computing, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Security, Firewall, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Incident Response, Endpoint Security

      Advanced · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Introduction to Network Security: University of London
    • IBM AI Engineering: IBM
    • Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Network Engineer: Google Cloud
    • Introduction to Cyber Security: New York University
    • Computer Communications: University of Colorado System
    • Security Operations Center (SOC): Cisco Learning and Certifications
    • Data Security: Cisco Learning and Certifications
    • Managing Network Security: Kennesaw State University
    • Network Security Support Engineer: Fortinet, Inc.
    • Introduction to TCP/IP: Yonsei University

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