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Computer Network Courses

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


  • L

    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Computer Programming with Visual Basic

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, File I/O, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Database Management, System Software, Databases, Relational Databases, Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Network Security, Computer Hardware, SQL, Computer Science, Development Environment, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Microsoft Development Tools, Programming Principles

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    169 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • L

    LearnQuest

    5G Network Architecture and Protocols

    Skills you'll gain: Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Wireless Networks, Network Performance Management, Network Planning And Design, Network Infrastructure, Communication Systems, Telecommunications, Emerging Technologies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    21 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • B

    BITS Pilani

    Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Relational Databases, User Research, Probability & Statistics, Data Storytelling, Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Object Oriented Design, Operating Systems, Android Development, Java, Database Design, Encryption, Bioinformatics, Amazon Web Services, Feature Engineering, Algorithms, TCP/IP, Version Control, Data Structures

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

  • P

    Packt

    Computer Programming for Absolute Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Debugging, Computer Programming, Application Design, Computer Science, Maintainability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Development, Data Management, Algorithms, Software Architecture

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    VPC Network Peering

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Networking, Cloud Computing, General Networking, Network Administration, Private Cloud, DevOps

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • S

    Starweaver

    Network Defense Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Network Planning And Design, VPN Clients, IT Security Architecture, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Administration, Cyber Security Strategy, Network Architecture, Firewall, Security Controls, Network Monitoring, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Threat Management, Threat Detection, Continuous Monitoring, Authentications, Wireless Networks, Authorization (Computing), Incident Response

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    MathWorks

    Machine Learning for Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Model Evaluation, Image Analysis, Matlab, Convolutional Neural Networks, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Visualization (Computer Graphics), Deep Learning

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EC-Council

    Network Defense Essentials (NDE)

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Mobile Security, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Identity and Access Management, Wireless Networks, Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, Network Monitoring, Data Security, Internet Of Things, Virtualization and Virtual Machines

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    124 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google

    Network Monitoring and Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Continuous Monitoring

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Network Automation Engineering Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Ansible, Development Environment, Postman API Platform, Restful API, Authentications, YAML, Software Development Methodologies, Software-Defined Networking, CI/CD, DevOps, IT Automation, Network Engineering, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Application Programming Interface (API), Scripting, JSON, Data Modeling, Version Control, Network Protocols

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    161 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    ISC2

    Network and Communications Security

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Network Security, Security Controls, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Firewall, Network Administration, TCP/IP, Telecommunications, Proxy Servers, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Network Infrastructure, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Remote Access Systems, Authentications

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    37 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Eyes on AI - Computer Vision Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Transfer Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Model Deployment, Data Preprocessing, Technical Communication, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Image Analysis, Computer Vision, AI Workflows, Convolutional Neural Networks, Tensorflow, Dataflow, Performance Tuning, Performance Metric, Data Analysis, Deep Learning, Exploratory Data Analysis, Engineering Software, Process Optimization

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Introduction to Computer Programming with Visual Basic: LearnQuest
  • 5G Network Architecture and Protocols: LearnQuest
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science: BITS Pilani
  • Computer Programming for Absolute Beginners: Packt
  • VPC Network Peering: Google Cloud
  • Network Defense Strategies: Starweaver
  • Machine Learning for Computer Vision: MathWorks
  • Network Defense Essentials (NDE): EC-Council
  • Network Monitoring and Analysis : Google
  • Network Automation Engineering Fundamentals: Cisco Learning and Certifications

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