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      Packt

      Advanced Azure Architecture and Migration Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Event-Driven Programming, Cloud Computing Architecture, Load Balancing, API Design, Network Routing, Application Deployment, Cloud Applications, Solution Architecture, Software Architecture, Cloud Computing, Enterprise Architecture, Virtual Machines, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Serverless Computing, Network Security, Data Migration, Disaster Recovery, Data Storage

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Networking Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Networking Hardware, General Networking, Network Infrastructure, Local Area Networks, OSI Models, Network Protocols, Network Troubleshooting, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), TCP/IP, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Network Model, Wireless Networks, Network Security, Network Switches, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Trust and Security with Google Cloud - Português Brasileiro

      Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Security, Data Security, Infrastructure Security, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cloud Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Data Governance, Encryption

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Advanced Kubernetes - Security, and Large-Scale Deployments

      Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, YAML, Containerization, Application Deployment, Configuration Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), MongoDB, Infrastructure Security, Network Security, Data Storage, Scalability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Whizlabs

      AWS: Content Delivery and Networking

      Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Network Architecture, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cloud Computing Architecture, Computer Networking, Cloud Infrastructure, Load Balancing, Network Routing, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Network Security, Data Migration

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      IP Connectivity & IP Services

      Skills you'll gain: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Routing Protocols, TCP/IP, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Routing, Network Routers, Network Protocols, General Networking, Network Infrastructure, Network Administration, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, System Configuration

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      App Deployment, Security & Infrastructure Automation

      Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Application Deployment, CI/CD, Docker (Software), Containerization, DevOps, Cloud Development, Continuous Integration, Bash (Scripting Language), Continuous Deployment, Cloud Hosting, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Unit Testing, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Network Security, Application Security, Firewall, Shell Script, Proxy Servers

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Managing Security in Google Cloud - Português Brasileiro

      Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, Google Cloud Platform, Authentications, Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Security Controls, Firewall, Authorization (Computing), Network Security, Threat Detection, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Load Balancing

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Secure VPC Networks with Cloud Next Generation Firewall

      Skills you'll gain: Firewall, Network Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cloud Security, Infrastructure Security, Security Controls, Threat Detection, Performance Tuning

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Defining and Implementing Networks - Português

      Skills you'll gain: Load Balancing, Google Cloud Platform, Computer Networking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Identity and Access Management, Network Administration, Firewall, Network Security, TCP/IP, Virtual Machines

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Networking in Google Cloud: Routing and Addressing - Español

      Skills you'll gain: Network Routing, Network Security, TCP/IP, Cloud Security, Google Cloud Platform, Network Administration, Network Infrastructure, Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Networking in Google Cloud: Network Architecture - Português Brasileiro

      Skills you'll gain: Network Architecture, Network Planning And Design, Cloud Computing Architecture, Software-Defined Networking, Network Infrastructure, General Networking, Network Troubleshooting, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Security, Network Routing, Google Cloud Platform

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Advanced Azure Architecture and Migration Strategies: Packt
    • Networking Fundamentals: Packt
    • Trust and Security with Google Cloud - Português Brasileiro: Google Cloud
    • Advanced Kubernetes - Security, and Large-Scale Deployments: Packt
    • AWS: Content Delivery and Networking: Whizlabs
    • IP Connectivity & IP Services: Packt
    • App Deployment, Security & Infrastructure Automation: Packt
    • Managing Security in Google Cloud - Português Brasileiro: Google Cloud
    • Secure VPC Networks with Cloud Next Generation Firewall: Google Cloud
    • Defining and Implementing Networks - Português: Google Cloud

    Frequently Asked Questions about Computer Security

    Coursera’s computer security courses teach critical skills needed to protect information and systems:

    • Fundamental principles of cybersecurity, including how to identify vulnerabilities
    • Techniques for securing networks, systems, and data from cyber threats
    • Best practices for implementing encryption and securing digital communications
    • Understanding of compliance and legal issues related to digital security
    • Incident response and how to manage breaches effectively
    • Use of cutting-edge tools for threat detection and cybersecurity forensics ‎

    No prior experience is required to get started with entry-level computer security courses on Coursera:

    • Beginners can start with introductory courses that provide a broad overview of cybersecurity concepts.
    • Those with some knowledge can choose courses that address more specific areas such as network security or ethical hacking.
    • Advanced courses are available for professionals seeking to specialize in areas like cybersecurity management or advanced forensics.‎

    Coursera offers various credentials to enhance your professional profile in computer security:

    • Professional certificates that help you develop foundational and advanced cybersecurity skills.
    • Specialized course certificates that focus on niche areas within computer security.
    • Credentials offered in conjunction with leading cybersecurity organizations and universities.

    These credentials are intended to help professionals demonstrate their qualifications and readiness to address cybersecurity challenges.‎

    Skills gained from Coursera’s computer security courses can lead to several career opportunities:

    • Cybersecurity Analyst, assessing security measures and responding to incidents
    • Information Security Manager, overseeing and securing organizational data
    • Network Security Engineer, designing and implementing secure network solutions
    • Forensic Computer Analyst, investigating cybercrimes and analyzing breaches
    • Security Consultant, providing expert advice on protecting against cyber threats ‎
    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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