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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


  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Packet Switching Networks and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, Network Routing, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Network Architecture, Network Performance Management, Computer Networking, OSI Models, Local Area Networks, Graph Theory, Algorithms

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    455 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Starweaver

    Data Communication Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Networking, Network Protocols, Network Planning And Design, Network Security, Network Performance Management, Network Architecture, Network Monitoring, Computer Networking, TCP/IP, Routing Protocols, Emerging Technologies, Internet Of Things, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Cloud Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Cloud Computing Architecture, Software-Defined Networking, Cloud Computing, Network Routing, TCP/IP, Wide Area Networks, Data Centers, Network Performance Management, Network Switches, Virtual Machines, Scalability, Python Programming

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    304 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Network Principles in Practice: Cloud Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Software-Defined Networking, Wide Area Networks, Network Architecture, Virtualization, Load Balancing, Data Centers, Terraform, Virtual Machines, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

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    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    19 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    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
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    292 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Networking Fundamentals and Protocols

    Skills you'll gain: Networking Hardware, OSI Models, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Network Security, TCP/IP, Computer Networking, Local Area Networks, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Wireless Networks, Network Routing, Wide Area Networks, Network Switches, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Firewall

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    ISC2

    Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Infrastructure Security, Threat Detection, Computer Networking, Data Centers, General Networking, Threat Management, Network Planning And Design, Firewall, Network Protocols, Cloud Computing, TCP/IP, Encryption

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    248 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    Logical Operations

    CCNA: Wireless Networking and IP Services

    Skills you'll gain: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Local Area Networks, Network Protocols, Network Administration, TCP/IP, Wireless Networks, General Networking, Network Architecture, Network Infrastructure, System Configuration, Computer Networking

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    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
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    49 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Managing Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Network Administration, Security Management, Firewall, Network Monitoring, Cybersecurity, General Networking, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Wireless Networks, Vulnerability Assessments, Cloud Security, System Monitoring, TCP/IP, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cloud Computing, Threat Detection, Cryptography, Encryption

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    238 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    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

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Hands-on Python for Networking Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Network Engineering, Network Troubleshooting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Packet Switching Networks and Algorithms: University of Colorado System
  • Data Communication Networks: Starweaver
  • Cloud Networking: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Network Principles in Practice: Cloud Networking: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Software Defined Networking: The University of Chicago
  • Networking Fundamentals and Protocols: Packt
  • Network Security: ISC2
  • CCNA: Wireless Networking and IP Services: Logical Operations
  • Software Defined Networking: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Managing Network Security: Kennesaw State University

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