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      Johns Hopkins University

      ERPO: A Civil Approach to Gun Violence Prevention Teach-Out

      Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Public Policies, Public Health, Public Safety and National Security, Legal Proceedings, Policy Analysis, Community Organizing, Community Health, Crisis Intervention, Civil Law, Health Policy

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      إنشاء رسوم بيانية على جداول بيانات غوغل

      Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Graphing, Data Presentation, Spreadsheet Software, Scatter Plots, Pivot Tables And Charts

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      ESSEC Business School

      Paths to a Sustainable Future

      Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Business Transformation, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Sociology, Community Development, Cultural Diversity, Lifelong Learning, Governance

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Cybersecurity Risk Management Across Critical Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Risk, Risk Management, Cyber Governance, Cyber Attacks, Stakeholder Engagement, Risk Mitigation, Cyber Security Strategy, Operational Risk, Stakeholder Communications, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Security Management, Risk Analysis, Cyber Security Assessment, Threat Modeling, Information Assurance, Risk Modeling, Governance, Vulnerability Assessments

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Designing Learning Innovation: an introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Pedagogy, Course Development, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Planning, Student-Centred Learning, Innovation, Quality Assessment, Infographics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create IoT Solutions in Microsoft Azure

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Internet Of Things, Data Storage Technologies, Cloud Storage, Data Storage, Microsoft Visual Studio, Network Routing

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Michigan

      Science of Firearm Injury Prevention Among Children & Teens

      Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Child Welfare, Public Health, Public Safety and National Security, Epidemiology, Family Medicine, Community Health, Health Policy, School Psychology, Risk Analysis, Program Evaluation, Mental Health, Research

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Evaluate Employee Comprehension with Canvas

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Management Systems, Instructional Design, Test Tools, Education Software and Technology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Creating a Token Board with Microsoft PowerPoint

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Elevate Team Productivity with Crew AI

      Skills you'll gain: Workflow Management, Team Management, Generative AI Agents, Productivity Software, Business Process Automation, Workforce Management, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Agentic systems, Solution Design, Decision Making, Process Improvement, Market Data

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Fire Protection System

      Skills you'll gain: Construction Inspection, Building Codes, System Requirements, Facility Management and Maintenance, Hydraulics, Plumbing, Water Resources, Safety and Security, Design Specifications, Engineering Calculations, Technical Standard

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Creating Tasks and Goals for a Project in ClickUp

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Organizational Skills, Project Management Software, Delegation Skills, File Management, Project Coordination, User Accounts, Internal Communications

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • ERPO: A Civil Approach to Gun Violence Prevention Teach-Out: Johns Hopkins University
    • إنشاء رسوم بيانية على جداول بيانات غوغل: Coursera Project Network
    • Paths to a Sustainable Future: ESSEC Business School
    • Cybersecurity Risk Management Across Critical Systems: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Designing Learning Innovation: an introduction: Politecnico di Milano
    • Create IoT Solutions in Microsoft Azure: Coursera Project Network
    • Science of Firearm Injury Prevention Among Children & Teens: University of Michigan
    • Evaluate Employee Comprehension with Canvas: Coursera Project Network
    • Creating a Token Board with Microsoft PowerPoint: Coursera Project Network
    • Elevate Team Productivity with Crew AI: Coursera Instructor Network

    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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