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    Learn computer network programming for developing networked applications. Understand socket programming, network protocols, and data transmission.

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      University of London

      Introduction to Computer Security

      Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Commands, Computer Systems, Command-Line Interface, Cybersecurity, Computer Architecture, Network Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Hardware Architecture, Application Security, Threat Detection, Authorization (Computing), Network Protocols, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Operating Systems, Authentications, Network Monitoring, TCP/IP, Network Analysis

      4.8
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Enterprise Network Infrastructure

      Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, Network Protocols, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Infrastructure, TCP/IP, Border Gateway Protocol, Computer Networking, General Networking, Wireless Networks, Network Routing, Network Troubleshooting, Network Administration, Network Switches, Local Area Networks

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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Network Fundamentals & Cisco Platform Development

      Skills you'll gain: TCP/IP, OSI Models, General Networking, IT Automation, Network Administration, Network Monitoring, Software-Defined Networking, Computer Networking, Network Routing, Network Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Scripting, Network Protocols, Application Programming Interface (API)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Illinois Tech

      Introduction to Contemporary Operating Systems and Hardware 1b

      Skills you'll gain: Networking Hardware, General Networking, Wireless Networks, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Network Protocols, Local Area Networks, TCP/IP, Network Security, Network Routers, Network Switches, Wide Area Networks, System Configuration, Servers

      Build toward a degree

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      290 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Configure and Test Basic Network Connectivity

      Skills you'll gain: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Administration, System Configuration, TCP/IP, Computer Networking, General Networking, Virtual Environment, Network Switches, Network Routers, Networking Hardware, Network Engineering, Simulations, Configuration Management, Information Technology, Verification And Validation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      91 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Ball State University

      Introduction to Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Programming Principles, Statistical Analysis, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Natural Language Processing, Scripting, NumPy, Algorithms, Debugging, Data Structures

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Advanced Networking, Security, and IT Operations

      Skills you'll gain: Remote Access Systems, Threat Detection, Information Technology Operations, Wireless Networks, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Mobile Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Administration, Network Troubleshooting, Document Management, Malware Protection, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Change Control, Authentications

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Principles of Secure Coding

      Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Application Security, Software Design, Programming Principles, Debugging, Vulnerability Assessments, C (Programming Language), Software Development Methodologies

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      372 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Identifying Security Vulnerabilities in C/C++Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Application Security, C and C++, Verification And Validation, Vulnerability Management, Linux, Security Controls, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Modeling, Data Validation, Debugging, Cryptography, C (Programming Language), Identity and Access Management, Encryption, File Management, OS Process Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Hardware, Networking, and Databases

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, SQL, Database Design, Hardware Troubleshooting, Databases, Computer Networking, Relational Databases, Network Protocols, Information Technology, Network Routers, Wireless Networks, System Configuration, Peripheral Devices

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Network Assurance, Security, and Automation

      Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Network Monitoring, Network Administration, Network Security, Firewall, Ansible, Network Protocols, Software-Defined Networking, Puppet (Configuration Management Tool), Chef (Configuration Management Tool), Real Time Data, Scripting, JSON, Automation, Application Programming Interface (API)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Visual Basic Programming: Classes and Collections

      Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Structures, Object Oriented Design, Data Modeling, Microsoft Visual Studio, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), .NET Framework, Computer Programming

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Introduction to Computer Security: University of London
    • Enterprise Network Infrastructure: Packt
    • Network Fundamentals & Cisco Platform Development: Packt
    • Introduction to Contemporary Operating Systems and Hardware 1b: Illinois Tech
    • Configure and Test Basic Network Connectivity: Coursera Project Network
    • Introduction to Programming: Ball State University
    • Advanced Networking, Security, and IT Operations: Packt
    • Principles of Secure Coding: University of California, Davis
    • Identifying Security Vulnerabilities in C/C++Programming: University of California, Davis
    • Hardware, Networking, and Databases: Packt

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