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Computer network courses can help you learn about network architecture, protocols, security measures, and troubleshooting techniques. You can build skills in configuring routers and switches, managing firewalls, and optimizing network performance. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for packet analysis, Cisco Packet Tracer for simulation, and various network monitoring software, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical scenarios and enhance your technical expertise.


Popular Computer Network Courses and Certifications


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    Dell

    Dell Technologies Networking & Security Technical Support

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Policies, Networking Hardware, Threat Detection, Technical Support, Network Security, General Networking, Computer Networking, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Network Protocols

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Chicago

    Software Defined Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Virtual Networking, Virtualization, Network Architecture, General Networking, Network Administration, Network Switches, Network Routing, Network Security, Network Protocols, Hardware Architecture, Application Programming Interface (API), Data-oriented programming

    4.5
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    292 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Networking in Google Cloud: Network Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Network Architecture, Network Planning And Design, Cloud Computing Architecture, Virtual Networking, Google Cloud Platform, Network Routing, Computer Networking, Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Network Analysis, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Firewall, Load Balancing, Scalability

    4.8
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    Google

    Network Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Systems

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Internet History, Technology, and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Network Protocols, Network Architecture, TCP/IP, Web Applications, Computer Networking, Encryption, Network Infrastructure, Innovation, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Intel

    Intel® Network Academy - Network Transformation 101

    Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Computer Networking, Network Infrastructure, Infrastructure Architecture, Network Architecture, General Networking, Network Engineering, Technical Services, Virtualization, Cloud Deployment, Digital Transformation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    497 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    How Computers Work

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Computer Systems, Web Applications, Computer Literacy, Network Security, Computer Networking, Computational Thinking, Debugging, Web Design and Development, Cybersecurity, Problem Management, Software Architecture, Data Storage

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Introduction to Network Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Network Engineering, Network Architecture, Scripting, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Modeling, General Networking, Network Planning And Design, Automation, Network Administration, Linux Commands, Python Programming, Network Protocols, Command-Line Interface

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    85 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Software Defined Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Network Performance Management, Network Monitoring, Data Centers, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Cloud Computing, Network Routing, Microsoft Azure, Test Tools, Debugging, Scalability

    4.1
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    49 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Palo Alto Networks

    Palo Alto Networks Network Security Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Zero Trust Network Access, Network Security, Endpoint Security, Network Administration, General Networking, TCP/IP, Cybersecurity, Network Infrastructure, Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Protocols, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Encryption, Authentications, Network Analysis, Software As A Service

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    213 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Introduction to Data Networks and the Internet - Master's

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Software-Defined Networking, Network Monitoring, Threat Modeling, Virtual Networking, TCP/IP, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Network Performance Management, Network Protocols, General Networking, Cybersecurity, Network Infrastructure, Local Area Networks, Network Analysis, OSI Models, Network Switches

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Networking Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Computer Networking, Virtualization, Data Centers, Virtual Networking, General Networking, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Network Infrastructure, Local Area Networks

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Dell Technologies Networking & Security Technical Support: Dell
  • Software Defined Networking: The University of Chicago
  • Networking in Google Cloud: Network Architecture: Google Cloud
  • Network Operations: Google
  • Internet History, Technology, and Security: University of Michigan
  • Intel® Network Academy - Network Transformation 101: Intel
  • How Computers Work: University of London
  • Introduction to Network Automation: Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • Software Defined Networking: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Palo Alto Networks Network Security Fundamentals: Palo Alto Networks

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