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Learn the essentials of computer networking and network security. This course provides hands-on experience in securing networks, configuring devices, and applying network security techniques.
After a course session ends, it will be archived.
The US Bureau of Labor Statistics forecasts a 32% growth in information security analyst jobs until 2032. These analysts are in demand as part of the team that keeps networks secure.
This course provides practical hands-on computer networking and network security experience that employers want. Through innovative hands-on labs, you’ll learn how to secure a small home office network (SOHO), install and configure DHCP, and filter DNS. You’ll also get real-world practice installing and using an open-source Extended Detection and Response (XDR) system.
Additionally, you’ll build valuable supporting knowledge of ports, protocols, and IP addresses, including IPv6 and network routing. You’ll learn about layer 2 and 3 addressing, routers, and routing tables.
Plus, you’ll develop knowledge of cybersecurity analyst tools for data protection, endpoint protection, and Security information and event management (SIEM), which you can apply to an organization’s compliance and threat intelligence needs, which is crucial in today’s cybersecurity landscape.
You’ll complete a final project where you will demonstrate your ability to perform network and security planning tasks.
Networking and network security skills pay. Invest in yourself and enroll today!
Module1 : Introduction to Networking Concepts
Learn the fundamentals of networking, including protocols, topologies, and network devices.
Module 2: Securing a Small Office/Home Office Network
Learn how to secure a SOHO network using firewalls, DHCP configurations, and DNS filtering.
Module3: Hands-on with Extended Detection and Response (XDR)
Install, configure, and use an open-source XDR system to protect against network intrusions.
Module4: Advanced Network Concepts and Routing
Explore Layer 2 and 3 addressing, IP protocols, and network routing.
Module5: Final Project
Plan and implement a secure network architecture for a small organization.
Who can take this course?
Unfortunately, learners residing in one or more of the following countries or regions will not be able to register for this course: Iran, Cuba and the Crimea region of Ukraine. While edX has sought licenses from the U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) to offer our courses to learners in these countries and regions, the licenses we have received are not broad enough to allow us to offer this course in all locations. edX truly regrets that U.S. sanctions prevent us from offering all of our courses to everyone, no matter where they live.
Who can take this course?
Unfortunately, learners residing in one or more of the following countries or regions will not be able to register for this course: Iran, Cuba and the Crimea region of Ukraine. While edX has sought licenses from the U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) to offer our courses to learners in these countries and regions, the licenses we have received are not broad enough to allow us to offer this course in all locations. edX truly regrets that U.S. sanctions prevent us from offering all of our courses to everyone, no matter where they live.
