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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


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    Packt

    Networking, Peripherals, and Wireless Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Computer Displays, Peripheral Devices, TCP/IP, Display Devices, Local Area Networks, Networking Hardware, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), General Networking, USB, Wireless Networks, Computer Networking, Network Routers, Network Infrastructure, Hardware Troubleshooting, Network Switches, Network Administration, Network Protocols, Computer Hardware

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Linux Networking - Basics and Beyond: Unit 2

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Linux Administration, Linux Servers, Linux, Linux Commands, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), General Networking, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Network Administration, Ubuntu, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Servers, System Configuration, Control Panels, Network Analysis, Command-Line Interface, YAML

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Advanced Networking, Virtualization, and IT Security

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Virtualization, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Cloud Computing Architecture, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Network Administration, Cloud Computing, Firewall, Virtual Networking, Network Architecture, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Mobile Security, Network Infrastructure, Cloud Services, General Networking, Augmented Reality, Cloud Security, Security Controls, Network Protocols, Peripheral Devices

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    28 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Networking Fundamentals & Network Access

    Skills you'll gain: Network Administration, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), General Networking, Network Architecture, Virtual Networking, TCP/IP, Local Area Networks, Computer Networking, Command-Line Interface, Network Infrastructure, Wireless Networks, Network Security, Networking Hardware, Network Switches, Network Troubleshooting, Network Protocols, Threat Detection

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Communication and Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptographic Protocols, Network Security, Encryption, OSI Models, IT Security Architecture, Network Performance Management, Network Architecture, General Networking, Network Planning And Design, Communication Systems, Remote Access Systems, TCP/IP, Network Infrastructure, Network Protocols, Wireless Networks, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Virtual Networking, Endpoint Security, Cloud Security, Software-Defined Networking

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Operating Systems and Networking Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Local Area Networks, Software Installation, Command-Line Interface, Microsoft Windows, System Configuration, Systems Administration, TCP/IP, Linux Administration, Linux, General Networking, Patch Management, Operating Systems, User Accounts, Network Routers, System Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting, Mac OS, Identity and Access Management, Network Security

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

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    Packt

    Advanced Networking Technologies and Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Wide Area Networks, Data Centers, Virtual Networking, Virtual Machines, Network Administration, Virtualization, Network Architecture, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Wireless Networks, Network Monitoring, Network Performance Management, Network Troubleshooting, Software-Defined Networking, Network Security, Cloud Computing, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Security Controls, Key Management, Internet Of Things, Disaster Recovery

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    A+ Core 1 V15 - Pearson Cert Prep: Unit 3

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Peripheral Devices, Networking Hardware, USB, Data Storage, System Configuration, Computer Networking, Local Area Networks, Data Storage Technologies, Display Devices, General Networking, Memory Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Network Assurance, Security, and Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Network Monitoring, Network Security, Firewall, Ansible, Network Performance Management, Network Infrastructure, Network Protocols, Security Controls, Event Monitoring, Puppet (Configuration Management Tool), IT Automation, Chef (Configuration Management Tool), Real Time Data, JSON, Automation, Identity and Access Management, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API)

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Advanced Network Services, Security, and Programmability

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Wireless Networks, Network Performance Management, Network Monitoring, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Ansible, Network Administration, Software-Defined Networking, Local Area Networks, Network Protocols, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Terraform, Configuration Management, Encryption, Authentications

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    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Codio

    Connecting to Devices and Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Firewall, Ubuntu, Network Monitoring, TCP/IP, Networking Hardware, Data Storage, Network Protocols, Network Troubleshooting, Unix, General Networking, Linux, Network Support, File Systems, Linux Administration, Unix Commands, Computer Networking, Unix Shell, Command-Line Interface, Data Storage Technologies, Shell Script

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Networking in Google Cloud: Network Architecture - Español

    Skills you'll gain: Network Architecture, Network Planning And Design, Network Security, Virtual Networking, Google Cloud Platform, General Networking, Computer Networking, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Infrastructure, Network Troubleshooting, Network Routing, Network Analysis, Load Balancing, Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Networking, Peripherals, and Wireless Technologies: Packt
  • Linux Networking - Basics and Beyond: Unit 2: Pearson
  • Advanced Networking, Virtualization, and IT Security: Packt
  • Networking Fundamentals & Network Access: Packt
  • Communication and Network Security: Packt
  • Operating Systems and Networking Fundamentals: Packt
  • Advanced Networking Technologies and Operations: Packt
  • A+ Core 1 V15 - Pearson Cert Prep: Unit 3: Pearson
  • Network Assurance, Security, and Automation: Packt
  • Advanced Network Services, Security, and Programmability: Packt

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