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Linux Security Courses

Linux security courses can help you learn system hardening, user access controls, network security protocols, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in configuring firewalls, implementing encryption techniques, and conducting security audits. Many courses introduce tools like iptables for firewall management, OpenSSL for encryption, and Wireshark for network analysis, showing how these skills are applied in practical work to protect systems from vulnerabilities and threats.


Popular Linux Security Courses and Certifications


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    L&T EduTech

    VLSI chip design with CPS for Industrial Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Robotics, Electronic Systems, PIC Microcontrollers, Computer Systems, Internet Of Things, Automation, Control Systems, C (Programming Language), Peripheral Devices, Wireless Networks, Medical Devices, Electric Power Systems, Computer Architecture, Civil Engineering, Cybersecurity, Public Works, Cloud Computing, Electronic Hardware

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Pearson

    Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 3

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Malware Protection, Cyber Security Assessment, Threat Detection, Penetration Testing, Threat Management, Exploitation techniques, Infrastructure Security, Network Security, Information Systems Security

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Azure Cybersecurity Solutions And Microsoft Defender

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Microsoft Azure, Cyber Security Policies, Cloud Security, Firewall, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Malware Protection, Identity and Access Management, Network Security, Threat Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Threat Detection, Security Controls, Scenario Testing, Virtual Machines, Encryption, Event Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    New York University

    Overview of Advanced Methods of Reinforcement Learning in Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Financial Trading, Financial Market, Derivatives, Market Liquidity, Finance, Market Dynamics, Risking, Financial Modeling, Market Data, Credit Risk, Machine Learning

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    85 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Market Microstructure

    Skills you'll gain: Market Liquidity, Securities Trading, Financial Trading, Financial Market, Market Dynamics, Equities, Market Data, Technical Analysis, Financial Regulation, Order Processing, Algorithms

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    28DIGITAL

    Capstone: Autonomous Runway Detection for IoT

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, System Requirements, Software Engineering, System Testing, Software Development, Verification And Validation, Cloud Infrastructure, Integration Testing, Performance Testing, Systems Integration, System Implementation, Requirements Analysis, Innovation, Algorithms

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

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Contemporary Issues in World Politics

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, International Relations, World History, Diplomacy, Social Sciences, Public Safety and National Security, European History, Environmental Issue, Conflict Management, Climate Change Programs, Governance, Economics, Economic Development, Trend Analysis, Security Strategy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Infosec

    Windows OS Forensics

    Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Digital Forensics, Microsoft Windows, File Management, Operating Systems, Data Structures, Data Validation, Data Storage

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    80 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Developing Containerized Applications on Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Containerization, CI/CD, Kubernetes, Docker (Software), Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Development, Application Deployment, Cloud Deployment, DevSecOps, Infrastructure Security, Serverless Computing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Whizlabs

    Exam Prep DP-300: Azure Database Administrator Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Database Administration, Microsoft SQL Servers, Microsoft Azure, Database Management, Operational Databases, Transact-SQL, Database Architecture and Administration, Performance Tuning, SQL, Cloud Computing, Azure Active Directory, Cloud Security, Disaster Recovery, Data Migration, Data Security, Virtual Machines

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EC-Council

    Network Defense Essentials: Hands-On Edition

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Cloud Security, Security Controls, Mobile Security, Data Security, Cryptography, Public Key Infrastructure, Cyber Security Policies, Authorization (Computing), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Monitoring, Wireless Networks, Authentications, Identity and Access Management, Encryption, Internet Of Things

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnKartS

    Salesforce Platform App Builder Certification Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, Salesforce Development, Workflow Management, Operational Efficiency, Dashboard, Data Access, Web Components, Application Design, Application Development, User Accounts, UI Components, Cloud Applications, Application Deployment, Management Reporting, Data Security, No-Code Development, Business Process Automation, Business Logic, User Interface (UI), Change Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • VLSI chip design with CPS for Industrial Applications: L&T EduTech
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 3: Pearson
  • Azure Cybersecurity Solutions And Microsoft Defender : Microsoft
  • Overview of Advanced Methods of Reinforcement Learning in Finance: New York University
  • Market Microstructure: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • Capstone: Autonomous Runway Detection for IoT: 28DIGITAL
  • Contemporary Issues in World Politics: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • Windows OS Forensics: Infosec
  • Developing Containerized Applications on Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Exam Prep DP-300: Azure Database Administrator Associate: Whizlabs

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