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      Packt

      Cisco CCT Routing and Switching (100-490)

      Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, General Networking, OSI Models, Network Protocols, Networking Hardware, TCP/IP, Microsoft Windows, Network Routers, Network Switches, Network Administration, Computer Networking, Technical Support and Services, System Configuration, Command-Line Interface, iOS Development, Operating Systems, Software Installation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      UBITS

      Anywhere operations: automatiza tus procesos

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Operational Efficiency, Process Improvement and Optimization, Telecommuting, Process Analysis, Process Optimization, Operational Analysis, Workflow Management, Business Process Automation, Team Management, Employee Engagement, Business Operations, Operations Management, Automation, Empowerment, Change Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Data Security

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Reliable Cloud Infrastructure: Design & Process italiano

      Skills you'll gain: Microservices, Application Deployment, API Design, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing Architecture, Kubernetes, Restful API, Google Cloud Platform, Site Reliability Engineering, Cloud Security, Cloud Storage, Network Architecture, Application Programming Interface (API), DevOps, Data Storage Technologies, Service Level Agreement, System Design and Implementation, Service Design, User Requirements Documents, Scalability

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Account Managers: Personalizing Client Engagement

      Skills you'll gain: Account Management, Client Services, AI Personalization, Customer Engagement, Generative AI Agents, Customer Communications Management, Personalized Service, Customer Insights, Prompt Engineering, Communication, ChatGPT, Scalability, HubSpot CRM, Predictive Modeling, Business Process Automation, Business Ethics, Workflow Management, Automation

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnKartS

      Responsible AI with AWS Security and Governance

      Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Data Governance, Identity and Access Management, Data Ethics, Amazon Web Services, Data Management, Generative AI, Cloud Security, Cyber Governance, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data Security, Information Privacy

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
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      Amazon Web Services

      Amazon Connect Routing Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Inbound Calls, Customer experience improvement, Network Routing, Customer experience strategy (CX), Outbound Calls, Call Center Experience, Security Controls, Customer Inquiries, Process Optimization, Operational Efficiency, Service Level

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Cash Flow Managers: Optimizing Liquidity Planning

      Skills you'll gain: Cash Flow Forecasting, Cash Management, Accounts Payable, Financial Forecasting, Risk Management, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Risk Mitigation, Financial Data, Business Process Automation, Accounts Receivable, Workflow Management, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Training, International Financial Reporting Standards, Artificial Intelligence, ChatGPT, Automation, Prompt Engineering, Dashboard

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Climate and Health for Healthcare Professions

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Environmental Issue, Advocacy, Environmental Science, Community Health, Health Care, Public Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Health Systems, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Systems Thinking, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Policy, Emergency Response

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Compensation Analysis in Law Firms

      Skills you'll gain: Compensation Management, Compensation Analysis, Compensation Strategy, Compensation and Benefits, People Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Benchmarking, Labor Compliance, Payroll, Generative AI, Employee Retention

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Securing Virtual Machines using Chrome Enterprise Premium

      Skills you'll gain: Remote Access Systems, Firewall, Virtual Machines, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, TCP/IP, Identity and Access Management, Proxy Servers

      Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Erstellen Sie eine Facebook Anzeige von Ihrer Seite

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Billing, Target Audience, Advertising Campaigns, Budget Management, Online Advertising, Advertising, Digital Advertising, Paid media, Social Media Campaigns, Campaign Management

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Macquarie University

      Digital Forensics

      Skills you'll gain: Mobile Security, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, File Systems, Data Security, Data Integrity, Data Analysis Software, Data Validation, Data Ethics, Data Storage Technologies, Microsoft Windows, Verification And Validation, Internet Of Things, Encryption, Network Monitoring, Real Time Data

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Cisco CCT Routing and Switching (100-490): Packt
    • Anywhere operations: automatiza tus procesos: UBITS
    • Reliable Cloud Infrastructure: Design & Process italiano: Google Cloud
    • GenAI for Account Managers: Personalizing Client Engagement: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Responsible AI with AWS Security and Governance: LearnKartS
    • Amazon Connect Routing Fundamentals: Amazon Web Services
    • GenAI for Cash Flow Managers: Optimizing Liquidity Planning: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Climate and Health for Healthcare Professions: Duke University
    • GenAI for Compensation Analysis in Law Firms: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Securing Virtual Machines using Chrome Enterprise Premium: Google Cloud

    Skills you can learn in Computer Security And Networks

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    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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