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Network courses can help you learn network architecture, protocols, security measures, and troubleshooting techniques. You can build skills in configuring routers and switches, managing network traffic, and implementing security policies. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for network analysis and Cisco Packet Tracer for simulation, allowing you to practice real-world networking scenarios and understand how different components interact within a network.

Popular Network Courses and Certifications


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    Microsoft

    Infrastructure and Network Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure Security, IT Security Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Security, Network Infrastructure, AI Security, Infrastructure Architecture, Zero Trust Network Access, AI Integrations, DevSecOps, Enterprise Architecture, Security Architecture Review, Cloud Security, Threat Modeling, Security Controls, Hardening, Endpoint Security, Microsoft Azure, Kubernetes, Risk Management

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fortinet, Inc.

    Network Security Support Engineer

    Skills you'll gain: Network Support, Network Troubleshooting, Firewall, Network Monitoring, Technical Support and Services, Network Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, System Monitoring, Authentications, Performance Tuning, Security Software, System Configuration, Cybersecurity, Memory Management, Malware Protection

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    5G Network Architecture and Protocols

    Skills you'll gain: Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Wireless Networks, Network Performance Management, Network Planning And Design, Network Engineering, Network Infrastructure, Communication Systems, Telecommunications, Digital Signal Processing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Network Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Network Monitoring, Cryptographic Protocols, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Routing Protocols, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Security Controls, OSI Models, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Proxy Servers

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    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    How to Network: Leading Yourself to Lead Others

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Professional Development, Relationship Management, Strategic Leadership, Action Oriented, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Branding, Goal Setting, General Networking, Business

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

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    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Network Architecture Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, General Networking, Wireless Networks, Network Routing, Local Area Networks, Routing Protocols, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Model, Wide Area Networks, Network Performance Management, Cloud Services

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Institut Mines-Télécom

    4G Network Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Network Engineering, Wireless Networks, Network Security, General Networking, Network Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Mobile Security, Network Protocols, Telecommunications, Digital Communications, Dataflow, Authentications, Encryption

    4.7
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Madecraft

    Business Networking 101: How to Network Like a Pro

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Social Media Strategy, Relationship Building, Social Media, LinkedIn, Customer Relationship Management, Sales Prospecting, Events and Conferences, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Oral Expression, Rapport Building, Relationship Management, New Business Development, Virtual Networking, Event Management, General Networking, Business Development, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Communication Strategies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Security Architecture & Network Access Control

    Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Network Security, Endpoint Security, Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Infrastructure Security, Network Architecture, Computer Security, User Provisioning, Authorization (Computing), Cryptographic Protocols, Cryptography, Firewall, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Single Sign-On (SSO), Network Protocols, Communication Systems

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Professional Cloud Architect Part 1: Infra & Network

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Prompt Engineering, Kubernetes, Application Deployment, Network Monitoring, Prompt Engineering Tools, Containerization, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Deployment, Infrastructure Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Virtual Networking, Cloud Computing, Network Architecture, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Site Reliability Engineering, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Security

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Core 1: Hardware and Network Troubleshooting

    Skills you'll gain: Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Virtualization, Hardware Troubleshooting, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Hardware, Cloud Computing, Virtual Machines, Technical Support and Services, Technical Support, General Networking, End User Training and Support, Peripheral Devices, Networking Hardware, System Configuration, Data Storage, Network Administration, Information Technology, Hardware Architecture, Data Storage Technologies, Configuration Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    214 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Network Security, Access Control, and Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Authentications, Firewall, Authorization (Computing), Computer Security, Remote Access Systems, Cybersecurity, General Networking, Network Monitoring, Identity and Access Management, Security Controls, IT Automation, Software-Defined Networking, Wireless Networks, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Routers, Network Routing, Encryption

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Infrastructure and Network Protection: Microsoft
  • Network Security Support Engineer: Fortinet, Inc.
  • 5G Network Architecture and Protocols: LearnQuest
  • Network Operations: Google
  • How to Network: Leading Yourself to Lead Others: University of Michigan
  • Network Architecture Fundamentals: Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • 4G Network Fundamentals: Institut Mines-Télécom
  • Business Networking 101: How to Network Like a Pro: Madecraft
  • Security Architecture & Network Access Control: John Wiley & Sons
  • Professional Cloud Architect Part 1: Infra & Network: Google Cloud

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