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About the Course

This course provides a brief introduction to network architecture, operations, intrusion tactics, and security hardening. Learners will also be introduced to common network protocols and how systems use the TCP/IP model to communicate within a network. Learners will gain an understanding of network level vulnerabilities and how to secure a network against those vulnerabilities. Network security topics will include firewalls, virtual private networks (VPNs), system hardening, and virtual private networks. By the end of this course, you will: - Describe the structure of different computer networks. - Illustrate how data is sent and received over a network. - Recognize common network protocols. - Identify common network security measures and protocols. - Explain how to secure a network against intrusion tactics. - Compare and contrast local networks to cloud computing. - Explain the different types of system hardening techniques....

Top reviews

TM

Feb 4, 2024

Even though it took a bit long to complete this network course, it was every insightful and as I've managed to get a little bit of knowledge about network and network security.

SD

Oct 14, 2024

it was amazing and all the concepts were simply explained . thank uh coursera for making it easier for me to understand these new topics to me in such a convient and simplified way

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By abdulrahman a

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Oct 27, 2023

Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious course

By sanil S p

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Sep 26, 2024

Really great explanations with examples.

By Alegbe J

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Jul 23, 2024

best way to start learning cybersecurity

By bad l

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Sep 19, 2023

the contain and the mentor all very good

By Saw P P

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Jan 20, 2026

Very useful and got valuable knowledge.

By Anosha K

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Oct 27, 2025

outsanding explaination of the content.

By LÁZARO C M

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Sep 19, 2025

Excelente toda la información del curso

By Nicolas V

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Mar 22, 2025

Muy interesante para afianzar conceptos

By Olakekan A

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Dec 19, 2024

Best and easy to learn and understand .

By Juan L L T

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Sep 24, 2024

Muy buen curso de alto valor academico.

By Modupe A

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Mar 13, 2024

Really good, enjoyed the hand-on nature

By Enajite J L A

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Jan 23, 2024

Excellently designed course! Well done!

By jimmy f

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Nov 17, 2023

enjoying the presentation and materials

By Jimmy G

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Oct 22, 2023

A very interesting learning experience.

By onengs d

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Sep 29, 2023

a wonderfully concise and direct course

By Milan J

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Sep 18, 2023

Excellentcourse recommended to everyone

By Saddam K A

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Sep 10, 2023

very useful course. highly recommended.

By Nixon P

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Aug 29, 2023

Outstanding course. I've learned a lot.

By boluwaji o

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Aug 4, 2023

very detailed, helpful and professional

By Yvonne A

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Aug 4, 2023

love the presenter and knowledge shared

By SATHISHBABU. G

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Jun 18, 2023

good information and easy to understand

By alec b

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Aug 28, 2025

EXCELENTE , GRACIAS POR LA OPORTUNIDAD

By Gus T

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Mar 18, 2025

Teacher was fun and enjoyed this class

By Kevin G

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Jul 19, 2024

Really enjoyable course! Learn a lot!!

By Susan A N

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Oct 19, 2023

Very in-depth with hands-on experience