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Coursera’s editorial team is comprised of highly experienced professional editors, writers, and fact-checkers. Our articles are deeply researched and thoroughly reviewed to ensure we are providing trustworthy information and advice for any topic. We understand that taking the next step in your education or career can raise questions. We are here to provide actionable, reliable, and relevant answers so you can achieve your goals.

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[Featured Image] A person sits at their desk with a laptop and is using a wide area network to communicate with their colleagues.

What Is a Wide Area Network, and Who Needs One?

Discover the world of wide area networks and their importance in today’s society, including what they are, how they differ from LANs, and tips on building your knowledge in this area.

October 1, 2024

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[Featured Image] A subject matter expert delivers an informative presentation to share their knowledge with learners.

What Is a Subject Matter Expert? A Career Guide

Explore the specialized skills a subject matter expert uses and discover more about the daily duties of an SME, how to become one, how much you can make, where you might work, and more.

October 1, 2024

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[Featured Image] A person is reading the label of a fire extinguisher, which is considered an unsought product.

How to Market and Sell Unsought Products

In terms of marketing, not all products are created equal. Unsought products, in particular, require a unique approach. Explore the world of unsought products and learn effective marketing strategies to help you reach your target audience.

October 1, 2024

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[Featured Image] An ERP analyst explains their enterprise resource planning strategies to stakeholders.

What Is an ERP Analyst, and How Do I Become One?

Explore the role of an enterprise resource planning analyst, including daily duties, skills needed, potential salary, job outlook, and possible career path. Then, discover three steps for becoming an ERP analyst.

October 1, 2024

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[Featured Image] A data management specialist points to graphs and charts on their colleague's computer screen.

What Does a Data Management Specialist Do?

Data management specialists manage, analyze, and report on data within a business or organization. Learn more about this role, the education and data management skills you need for success, and how much you can expect to earn.

October 1, 2024

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[Featured Image] A tax specialist compares paperwork to information on their computer with a stack of tax documents on their desk.

What Does a Tax Specialist Do? 2026 Career Guide

All businesses and professionals need to file taxes, making tax specialists an in-demand and exciting career option for accounting professionals. Explore what a tax specialist does and the top skills you need to succeed in this role.

October 1, 2024

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