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Information Security Courses

Information security courses can help you learn risk assessment, network security protocols, encryption techniques, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in threat analysis, vulnerability management, and compliance with security regulations. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) software, demonstrating how these tools are applied to protect data and maintain system integrity.


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    Duke University

    GenAI Basics - How LLMs Work

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    37 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IE Business School

    Integrated Marketing Communications: Advertising, Public Relations, Digital Marketing and more

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Communications, Integrated Marketing Communications, Advertising, Marketing, Marketing Budgets, Brand Marketing, Communication Planning, Marketing Planning, Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Brand Loyalty, Branding, Marketing Management, Campaign Management, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Media Planning, Brand Awareness, Promotional Strategies, Consumer Behaviour, Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    2.5K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    GIS Data Formats, Design and Quality

    Skills you'll gain: Spatial Analysis, ArcGIS, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, Data Quality, Data Mapping, Data Modeling, Vector Databases, Data Management, Data Storage, Data Sharing, Data Manipulation, Relational Databases, Query Languages, Analytics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    2.1K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Whizlabs

    AWS: Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Networking, Amazon Web Services, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Routing, Network Architecture, General Networking, Network Security, Network Monitoring

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Soutien des TI de Google

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, IT Security Architecture, Computer Networking, Systems Administration, IT Infrastructure, Network Security, Operating System Administration, Cybersecurity, Network Architecture, Application Security, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, TCP/IP, Desktop Support, Active Directory, File Systems, Technical Support, OS Process Management, Computer Hardware, Microsoft Windows, Software Installation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    141 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Fundamentals of Secure Software

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Threat Modeling, Application Security, Software Development Life Cycle, DevSecOps, Security Testing, Secure Coding, Security Engineering, Cloud Security, Encryption, Vulnerability Scanning, Software Development, CI/CD, Cloud Platforms, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management, Penetration Testing, Cybersecurity, Configuration Management

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    The PL-900 Practice Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, Power BI, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Power Apps Component Framework, No-Code Development, Computing Platforms

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    38 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Modern Data Analytics with Python, Excel & Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Business Intelligence, Excel Macros, Pandas (Python Package), Prompt Engineering, Forecasting, Data Storytelling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Regression Analysis, Data Quality, Responsible AI, ChatGPT, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Report Writing, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Modeling, Generative AI, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    443 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Intel

    Intel® AI Win Recipes

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Business Technologies, Complex Problem Solving, AI Product Strategy, Digital Transformation, Technology Strategies, Case Studies, Business Intelligence, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, B2B Sales

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    95 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yonsei University

    Wireless Communications for Everybody

    Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Communication Systems, Telecommunications, Digital Communications, System Design and Implementation, Network Protocols, Emerging Technologies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    2.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    CompTIA Server+ (SK0-005)

    Skills you'll gain: Disaster Recovery, Server Administration, Windows Servers, Servers, Network Troubleshooting, Linux Servers, Virtualization, Hardware Troubleshooting, Operating System Administration, Virtual Machines, IT Automation, Remote Access Systems, Security Controls, Networking Hardware, System Support, Computer Hardware, Data Storage, Data Security

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    How Computers Work

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Computer Systems, Web Applications, Computer Literacy, Network Security, Computer Networking, Computational Thinking, Debugging, Web Design and Development, Cybersecurity, Problem Management, Software Architecture, Data Storage

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    579 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • GenAI Basics - How LLMs Work: Duke University
  • Integrated Marketing Communications: Advertising, Public Relations, Digital Marketing and more: IE Business School
  • GIS Data Formats, Design and Quality: University of California, Davis
  • AWS: Networking: Whizlabs
  • Soutien des TI de Google: Google
  • Fundamentals of Secure Software: Packt
  • The PL-900 Practice Exam: Microsoft
  • Modern Data Analytics with Python, Excel & Generative AI: Coursera
  • Intel® AI Win Recipes: Intel
  • Wireless Communications for Everybody: Yonsei University

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