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Skills you'll gain: Computer Networking, Package and Software Management, Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Systems Administration, Cloud Infrastructure, IT Infrastructure, TCP/IP, File Systems, Microsoft Windows, Network Architecture, Routing Protocols, Desktop Support, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Cybersecurity, Encryption, Security Awareness, Computer Hardware, Technical Support, Software Installation
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Peripheral Devices, Technical Support, Technical Support and Services, Cloud Services, Cybersecurity, Computing Platforms, Hardware Troubleshooting, IT Service Management, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Protocols, Encryption, Software Development Life Cycle, Professional Networking, Cloud Storage, Information Technology, Cloud Computing, Interviewing Skills, Computer Hardware
Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Version Control, Cloud Services, Debugging, Puppet (Configuration Management Tool), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Bash (Scripting Language), Configuration Management, Test Automation, CI/CD, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Technical Communication, Scripting, Network Troubleshooting, Web Services, Python Programming, Restful API, Computer Programming
The world of IT offers a variety of career paths in diverse industries. An IT professional can specialize in cybersecurity to keep computers and businesses safe, cloud computing to make information easier to access, or in help desk roles to assist in the everyday functions of an organization. With so many options and opportunities available, it can be tricky to know where to start. On Coursera, you'll find expert resources to support your goals, whether you're just starting out or are ready to take the next step in your career. Explore information technology topics, including:
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![[Featured image] An IT support specialist is using a shell script on their laptop.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/1BWk9oAm7RbjHc7rhjq7Uu/c638b41cc0399565166cdafe75ae8b51/4Zlq48Hb.jpeg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
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![[FEATURED IMAGE] A computer support specialist wearing a headset looks ahead at a desktop computer screen.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/KioI6gaX3jUsQ2WhaqE5L/a820f8a85dc4f34969e273ef18651cd6/GettyImages-2196353222.jpg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
![[Featured image] An IT support specialist is sitting outside on a lounge chair reading about PGP on their tablet.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/41VdyvKtkarGq64lwMmIz5/d269258bdba227f1c9cd1b92e3802bad/b4gJ7fvy.jpeg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
![[Featured image] An IT support specialist is on their laptop taking notes on FAT32.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/7EfkvnKjbASVJJAcfrGJyU/adbe472ade1ce1c92605c01aebff6aeb/0a6xMFzT.jpeg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
![[Featured image] An IT support specialist is on a balcony using their laptop to learn about IPv6.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/7B2EUNY2Tw5BgXnkQwy2FE/c89c760379a9290ec3e0beb2b6948637/tdaOTEln.jpeg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
![[Featured image] A learner is on their laptop learning about LDAP and how it works.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/3OjazONWhRzfVoAewndo79/970716841dcdf1f13596c583073e3b03/gtByy1Po.jpeg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
![[Featured image] An IT support specialist is reading about MAC addresses on their phone while walking and holding a mug.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/73FkaKbWU7CIiXmMxc19Ir/6b21e29a585f176cf5f3796c1de83e96/W4wxX8Y8.jpeg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
![[Featured image] An IT support specialist is sitting outside learning about CIDR on their tablet.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/1muXOaZsdcpMlASUFh6VDJ/1f072e22c50a1bfa3bb3772f98d8577f/sgJWEizT.jpeg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
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