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Network Security Courses

Network security courses can help you learn about firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols. You can build skills in risk assessment, incident response, and vulnerability management. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for network analysis, Nessus for vulnerability scanning, and various security information and event management (SIEM) systems, showing how these skills are applied in practical work to protect networks from cyber threats.

Popular Network Security Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Software Design as an Abstraction

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Design, User Experience Design, Database Theory, Usability, UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Relational Databases, Software Visualization, Software Architecture, Software Design Patterns, User Interface (UI) Design, Application Security, Design Strategies, Security Software, Servers, Operating Systems

    4.7 stars, 135 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (135) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Gmail en Español

    Skills you'll gain: Gmail, Google Workspace, Email Security, Email Automation, Productivity Software, Collaborative Software, Organizational Skills, Business Communication

    4.8 stars, 399 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (399) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Nonprofit Management 101

    Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Newsletters, Risk Management, Lobbying, Talent Management, Governance, Non-Profit Accounting, Event Planning, Fundraising, Risk Management Framework, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Event Management, Leadership Development, Risk Mitigation, Diversity and Inclusion, Public Relations, Grant Writing, Customer Relationship Management, Strategic Leadership, Leadership

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Teaching Impacts of Technology in K-12 Education

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Interactive Learning, Big Data, Cybersecurity, Student Engagement, Pedagogy, General Networking, Blockchain, Digital pedagogy, Algorithms, Data Security, Teaching, digital literacy, Cryptography, Spatial Data Analysis, Technical Communication, Diversity Awareness, Education Software and Technology, Distributed Computing, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

    4.6 stars, 63 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (63) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Mathematical Foundations for Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Arithmetic, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Probability, Computer Science

    4.6 stars, 334 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (334) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Requerimientos, planeación, ejecución y medición de estrategias para redes sociales

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Digital Media Strategy, Content Marketing, Communication Planning, Marketing Strategies, Social Media Analytics, Marketing Communications, Content Strategy, Strategic Communication, Campaign Planning, Campaign Management, Marketing, Customer Engagement, Communication Strategies

    4.5 stars, 545 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (545) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Dell

    Dell Technologies Technical Support for Hardware

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Troubleshooting, Desktop Support, Computer Hardware, Digital Transformation, Network Troubleshooting, Technical Support, System Support, Help Desk Support, Technical Support and Services, Networking Hardware, Servers, Network Security, Network Infrastructure, Server Administration, Data Security, Hardware Architecture, System Configuration, IT Infrastructure, Peripheral Devices, Data Storage Technologies

    4.9 stars, 21 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (21) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    CRO Excellence: Leading High-Performance Sales Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Process, Sales Management, Sales Strategy, Sales Enablement, Sales Development, Sales, Employee Coaching, Motivational Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Diversity Training, Team Performance Management, General Sales Practices, Management Training And Development, Organizational Leadership, Revenue Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Team Leadership, Performance Management, Negotiation, Coaching

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Machine Learning with TensorFlow on Google Cloud en Español

    Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Feature Engineering, Model Deployment, Tensorflow, Model Training, Exploratory Data Analysis, Google Cloud Platform, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Keras (Neural Network Library), Data Quality, Machine Learning Software, Business Metrics, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Logistic Regression, Dataflow, Data Pipelines, Cloud Deployment

    4.6 stars, 448 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (448) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Computing, Ethics, and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Security Awareness, Healthcare Ethics, Responsible AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cybersecurity, Diversity Awareness, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Diversity Training, Computer Science, Diversity Programs, digital literacy, Medical Privacy, Information Privacy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Impact, AI Personalization, Media and Communications, Clinical Research Ethics

    4.5 stars, 63 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (63) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • I

    Infosec

    OWASP Top 10 - Welcome and Risks 1-5

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Exploitation techniques, Vulnerability Assessments, Application Security, Vulnerability Management, Security Controls, Authorization (Computing), Cryptography, System Configuration, Encryption, Software Design

    4.4 stars, 75 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (75) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Track Marketing Goals with Google Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Google Analytics, Web Analytics, Marketing Analytics, Conversion Funnel Analysis, Google Ads, Marketing Effectiveness, Web Analytics and SEO, Smart Goals, Data-Driven Marketing, Customer Analysis, Digital Marketing, Customer Insights, Analytics, Goal Setting, Trend Analysis, Campaign Planning, Strategic Marketing, Performance Analysis, Data Analysis, Performance Metric

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular network security courses

  • Software Design as an Abstraction: University of Colorado System
  • Gmail en Español: Google Cloud
  • Nonprofit Management 101: John Wiley & Sons
  • Teaching Impacts of Technology in K-12 Education: University of California San Diego
  • Mathematical Foundations for Cryptography: University of Colorado System
  • Requerimientos, planeación, ejecución y medición de estrategias para redes sociales: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Dell Technologies Technical Support for Hardware: Dell
  • CRO Excellence: Leading High-Performance Sales Teams: LearnQuest
  • Machine Learning with TensorFlow on Google Cloud en Español: Google Cloud
  • Computing, Ethics, and Society: University of Colorado Boulder

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