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      Google Cloud

      Responsible AI for Developers: Privacy & Safety - Polski

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Google Cloud Platform, Information Privacy, Data Ethics, Cloud Security, Secure Coding, Application Security, Data Security, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Services, Computer Security, Safety and Security, Encryption

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Networking in Google Cloud: Load Balancing - 日本語版

      Skills you'll gain: Load Balancing, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Network Performance Management, Cloud Security, Network Routing, Performance Tuning, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Networking in Google Cloud: Load Balancing - Français

      Skills you'll gain: Load Balancing, Google Cloud Platform, Network Performance Management, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Proxy Servers, Scalability, TCP/IP, Servers, Cloud Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Preparing for Your Cloud Architect Journey - Português

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Solutions, Solution Architecture, Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, System Implementation, Process Improvement, Google Cloud Platform, Test Planning, Cost Management, Business Requirements, Scalability

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Building Resilient Streaming Analytics Systems on GC - 한국어

      Skills you'll gain: Dataflow, Real Time Data, Data Pipelines, Big Data, Google Cloud Platform, Performance Tuning, Advanced Analytics, Data Processing, Data Storage Technologies, Scalability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Google Cloud-Grundlagen: Kerninfrastruktur

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Generative AI, Kubernetes, Identity and Access Management, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Large Language Modeling, Cloud Storage, Cloud Applications, Containerization, Serverless Computing, Virtual Machines, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Scalability

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Data Manipulation and Cleaning in R

      Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Wrangling, Data Quality, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Transformation, R Programming, Text Mining, Generative AI, Data Integrity, Data Pipelines

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Microsoft

      R Programming Essentials with Microsoft Tools

      Skills you'll gain: Version Control, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Data Manipulation, Software Documentation, R Programming, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Visual Studio, Program Development, Data Import/Export, Statistical Analysis, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Programming, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Programming Principles, Debugging, Data Structures

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of London

      Master of Science in Cyber Security

      Skills you'll gain: Key Management, Security Management, Human Factors (Security), Infrastructure Security, Information Privacy, Cyber Governance, Cryptography, Application Security, Network Security, Threat Modeling, OSI Models, Security Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Security Policies, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, ISO/IEC 27001, Authorization (Computing), Penetration Testing, Data Literacy, Data Collection

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      Google Cloud

      Networking in Google Cloud: Hybrid and Multicloud - Français

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Google Cloud Platform, Multi-Cloud, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Computing, General Networking, Network Routing, Wide Area Networks, Network Infrastructure, Network Security

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Security Command Center Enterprise の利用を開始する

      Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Cloud Security, Threat Management, Multi-Cloud, Google Cloud Platform, Enterprise Security, Security Management, Incident Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      M.A. in International Relations, Security, and Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, Surveys, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Environmental Laws, Environment, Qualitative Research, Sampling (Statistics), R Programming, Environmental Issue, Political Sciences, Economic Development, International Relations, Cybersecurity, Socioeconomics, Governance, Mitigation, Public Safety and National Security, Social Studies, Social Sciences

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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

    • Responsible AI for Developers: Privacy & Safety - Polski: Google Cloud
    • Networking in Google Cloud: Load Balancing - 日本語版: Google Cloud
    • Networking in Google Cloud: Load Balancing - Français: Google Cloud
    • Preparing for Your Cloud Architect Journey - Português: Google Cloud
    • Building Resilient Streaming Analytics Systems on GC - 한국어: Google Cloud
    • Google Cloud-Grundlagen: Kerninfrastruktur: Google Cloud
    • Data Manipulation and Cleaning in R: Microsoft
    • R Programming Essentials with Microsoft Tools: Microsoft
    • Master of Science in Cyber Security: University of London
    • Networking in Google Cloud: Hybrid and Multicloud - Français: Google Cloud

    Skills you can learn in Computer Security And Networks

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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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