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    Computer network courses can help you learn how data moves between devices, how networks are structured, and how to keep them secure and efficient.

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      Microsoft

      Introduction to Secure Networking

      Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, TCP/IP, Network Architecture, Cloud Computing, Microsoft Azure, Firewall, Servers, Network Monitoring, Virtual Machines, Artificial Intelligence

      4.8
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      245 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Stanford University

      Divide and Conquer, Sorting and Searching, and Randomized Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Probability

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Introduction to Git and GitHub

      Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Code Review, Software Versioning, Continuous Integration, Issue Tracking, Software Engineering Tools, Software Development Tools, Command-Line Interface

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Essential Google Cloud Infrastructure: Foundation

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Virtual Machines, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Network Infrastructure, Virtualization, Network Architecture, Cloud Security, Computer Networking, Command-Line Interface

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University at Buffalo

      Digital Manufacturing & Design Technology

      Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Product Lifecycle Management, Programmable Logic Controllers, Peer Review, Cloud Security, Systems Engineering, Control Systems, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Response, Digital Transformation, Process Design, Data Sharing, Application Security, Cybersecurity, Data Collection, Anomaly Detection, Professional Networking, Enterprise Resource Planning, Information Management, Product Design

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Packet Switching Networks and Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Routing, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Network Performance Management, Network Architecture, General Networking, Computer Networking, Algorithms

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      450 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Mathematics for Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Matlab, Differential Equations, Integral Calculus, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Finite Element Methods, Calculus, Algebra, Geometry, Advanced Mathematics, Engineering, General Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Mechanical Engineering, Scripting, Vibrations, Simulation and Simulation Software

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Learn to Code: Fun with C#

      Skills you'll gain: Program Development, Programming Principles, Business Logic, C# (Programming Language), Computational Logic, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Debugging

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Build Dynamic User Interfaces (UI) for Websites

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Wireframing, User Research, User Experience Design, Design Research, UI/UX Research, Prototyping, Persona (User Experience), User Centered Design, Design Reviews, Usability Testing, Mockups, User Flows, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Information Architecture

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      3.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Alberta

      Software Design and Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, API Design, Object Oriented Design, Model View Controller, Software Design Patterns, Unified Modeling Language, Microservices, Systems Architecture, Service Oriented Architecture, Web Services, Software Design, Restful API, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Programming Interface (API), Maintainability, Software Systems, Solution Architecture, JSON, Java

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      3.9K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Linear Algebra for Machine Learning and Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Machine Learning Algorithms, Dimensionality Reduction, Mathematical Modeling, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2.1K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Cloud Networking

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

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      304 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Introduction to Secure Networking: Microsoft
    • Divide and Conquer, Sorting and Searching, and Randomized Algorithms: Stanford University
    • Introduction to Git and GitHub: Google
    • Essential Google Cloud Infrastructure: Foundation: Google Cloud
    • Digital Manufacturing & Design Technology: University at Buffalo
    • Packet Switching Networks and Algorithms: University of Colorado System
    • Mathematics for Engineers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Learn to Code: Fun with C#: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Build Dynamic User Interfaces (UI) for Websites: Google
    • Software Design and Architecture: University of Alberta

    Why Learn Computer Networks?

    Computer networks are the backbone of digital communication, enabling devices to share information and resources across the internet and private systems. They’re essential to everything from cloud computing and cybersecurity to remote work and data transfer. Learning about computer networks builds a strong foundation for careers in IT, systems administration, and network security.

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