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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


  • E

    Edureka

    Transfer Learning and Fine-Tuning for AI Models

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Fine-tuning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), AI Security, Application Deployment, AI Workflows, Prompt Engineering, Hugging Face, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative Model Architectures, Machine Learning Methods, Generative AI, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Processing, Machine Learning Algorithms

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Toronto

    Self-Driving Cars

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Control Systems, Robotics, Deep Learning, Simulation and Simulation Software, Software Architecture, Simulations, Safety Assurance, Global Positioning Systems, Hardware Architecture, Systems Architecture, Network Routing, Graph Theory, Estimation, Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Mathematical Modeling, Linear Algebra

    4.7 stars, 3.6K reviews, Advanced, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (3.6K) · Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Top AI program
    Top AI program
    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Applied Machine Learning in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Model Training, Model Optimization, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Python Programming, Classification Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks

    4.6 stars, 8.8K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (8.8K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Getting Started with Go

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C (Programming Language), Python Programming, Data Import/Export, Memory Management, File I/O, Computational Logic, Network Protocols, Package and Software Management

    4.6 stars, 2.5K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (2.5K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Building Web Applications in PHP

    Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, PHP (Scripting Language), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), MySQL, Web Applications, Web Design and Development, Web Development, Secure Coding, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Development Environment, Back-End Web Development, Database Development, Web Servers, Scripting Languages, Programming Principles, Network Protocols, Software Installation, Data Validation

    4.7 stars, 4.3K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (4.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • L

    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Software-Defined (SD) Branch

    Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Local Area Networks, Virtual Networking, Security Controls, Network Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Infrastructure Architecture, Wide Area Networks

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Glasgow

    Advanced Machine Learning and its Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, Generative Model Architectures, Dimensionality Reduction, Applied Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Image Analysis, Tensorflow, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Computer Vision, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Keras (Neural Network Library), Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Large Language Modeling, Data Cleansing, Autoencoders

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
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  • I

    IBM

    Data Engineering Career Guide and Interview Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, Technical Communication, Data Infrastructure, Data Warehousing, Data Pipelines, Big Data

    4.7 stars, 105 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (105) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • P

    Packt

    Java Concurrency, Performance, and Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Performance Tuning, Memory Management, Web Servers, Web Applications, Server Side, Computer Networking, TCP/IP, OS Process Management, Context Management, Software Development, Encryption, Network Protocols, Scalability, Maintainability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
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  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    Gen AI Dev- Safe User Interactions with Gen AI Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, IT Security Architecture, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Security Controls, Artificial Intelligence, Data Governance, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Verification And Validation, Data Validation, Cybersecurity, Software Development, Amazon Web Services, Agentic systems, Cloud Computing, Natural Language Processing

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • P

    Packt

    SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 16 Administration Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Ansible, Shell Script, Package and Software Management, Linux Administration, Linux, Linux Servers, Unix Shell, Firewall, Bash (Scripting Language), Linux Commands, Performance Tuning, Model Context Protocol, Operating System Administration, Unix, User Accounts, Unix Commands, Systems Administration, System Monitoring, Command-Line Interface, Automation

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Cybersecurity Threat Vectors and Mitigation

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Security Strategy, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Network Security, Encryption, Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Cryptographic Protocols, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Cyber Attacks, IT Security Architecture, Computer Security, Application Security, Security Controls, Malware Protection, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Policies, Authentications, Security Management

    4.8 stars, 322 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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

  • Transfer Learning and Fine-Tuning for AI Models: Edureka
  • Self-Driving Cars: University of Toronto
  • Applied Machine Learning in Python: University of Michigan
  • Getting Started with Go: University of California, Irvine
  • Building Web Applications in PHP: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Software-Defined (SD) Branch: LearnQuest
  • Advanced Machine Learning and its Applications: University of Glasgow
  • Data Engineering Career Guide and Interview Preparation: IBM
  • Java Concurrency, Performance, and Networking: Packt
  • Gen AI Dev- Safe User Interactions with Gen AI Applications: Amazon Web Services

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