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    Coursera Project Network

    Metasploit for Beginners: Ethical Penetration Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Metasploit, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Exploitation techniques, Vulnerability Assessments, Cybersecurity, Data Ethics, Virtual Machines, Linux, Technical Documentation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    63 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera Project Network

    Wireshark for Beginners: Capture Packets

    Skills you'll gain: Network Protocols, TCP/IP, General Networking, Network Monitoring, Network Security, Network Analysis, Linux, Software Installation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    127 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera Project Network

    Introduction to Bash Shell Scripting

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Unix Shell, Scripting, Linux Commands, Unix Commands, Scripting Languages, Command-Line Interface, Linux, File Management, Unix, File Systems

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    676 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free
    Free
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    Coursera Project Network

    Wireshark for Security: Detect Network Anomalies

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Detection, Anomaly Detection, Network Security, General Networking, Network Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting, Real Time Data, Security Strategy, Network Analysis, Network Protocols, Data Capture

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free
    Free
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    Coursera Project Network

    Analyze Network Traffic with TCPDump: Build a Logging Tool

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Linux, TCP/IP, Scripting, Shell Script, Network Monitoring, Network Analysis, Network Security, Network Protocols

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free
    Free
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    Coursera Project Network

    Wireshark for Packet Capture: Analyze web traffic

    Skills you'll gain: Network Protocols, Network Performance Management, Network Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting, Threat Detection, Network Analysis, TCP/IP, Web Servers, Network Security

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    In summary, here are 6 of our most popular cybersecurity courses

    • Metasploit for Beginners: Ethical Penetration Testing: Coursera Project Network
    • Wireshark for Beginners: Capture Packets: Coursera Project Network
    • Introduction to Bash Shell Scripting: Coursera Project Network
    • Wireshark for Security: Detect Network Anomalies: Coursera Project Network
    • Analyze Network Traffic with TCPDump: Build a Logging Tool: Coursera Project Network
    • Wireshark for Packet Capture: Analyze web traffic: Coursera Project Network

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Cybersecurity

    Browse the cybersecurity courses below—popular starting points on Coursera.

    • Foundations of Cybersecurity: Google
    • Cybersecurity for Everyone: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Introduction to Cybersecurity Essentials: IBM
    • Introduction to Cybersecurity Tools & Cyberattacks: IBM
    • Introduction to Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Coursera Instructor Network‎

    Think about whether you're exploring cybersecurity fundamentals, preparing for a job in the field, or aiming for certification.

    • For a comprehensive beginner-to-job-ready path, the Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate covers key tools, techniques, and job-ready skills.
    • Interested in threat detection and prevention? Check out Introduction to Cyber Security Specialization from NYU.
    • Want to explore governance, risk, and compliance? Try Introduction to Cybersecurity for Business by the University of Colorado.‎

    These beginner-friendly courses are designed for learners new to cybersecurity and don’t require prior experience:

    • Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate – Includes hands-on labs with Linux, SQL, Python, and security tools.
    • Introduction to Cybersecurity Essentials from IBM – Focuses on core concepts like network security and malware.
    • Cybersecurity Essentials from Cisco (via Google) – A short, approachable introduction to basic principles. ‎
    • A course provides focused knowledge, such as Managing Cybersecurity Incidents and Disasters.
    • A Specialization is a series of courses for building subject depth—like the Introduction to Cyber Security Specialization.
    • A Professional Certificate prepares you for a cybersecurity job through practical, end-to-end training—such as the Google Cybersecurity Certificate or IBM Cybersecurity Analyst Certificate. ‎

    Take a short quiz to discover which cybersecurity course aligns best with your goals—whether you're interested in threat analysis, ethical hacking, network security, or preparing for a certification like CompTIA Security+. Take the quiz to find your best starting point.

    Prefer a guided comparison? Use ChatGPT to compare top-rated cybersecurity courses and find one that meets your needs.‎

    Yes. You can start learning cybersecurity on Coursera for free in two ways:

    • Preview the first module of many cybersecurity courses at no cost. This includes video lessons, readings, graded assignments, and Coursera Coach (where available).
    • Start a 7-day free trial for Specializations or Coursera Plus. This gives you full access to all course content across eligible programs within the timeframe of your trial.

    If you want to keep learning, earn a certificate in cybersecurity, or unlock full course access after the preview or trial, you can upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    Cybersecurity courses cover skills like identifying threats, securing networks, managing incidents, and using tools such as firewalls, encryption, and intrusion detection systems. Some courses also include real-world simulations or labs to help you practice.‎

    Not necessarily. Coursera offers beginner-friendly cybersecurity courses that explain key concepts in plain terms. If you’re new to the field, you can start with foundational topics and work your way up to more technical skills.‎

    A cybersecurity risk assessment is the process of identifying, analyzing, and prioritizing risks to an organization’s digital assets and systems. It helps determine where to focus security efforts and how to reduce potential threats. Courses like Cybersecurity for Business from the University of Colorado on Coursera can help you learn key principles and frameworks.‎

    A cybersecurity governance certification demonstrates your ability to manage risk, enforce security policies, and align cybersecurity strategies with organizational goals. It’s ideal for professionals in leadership, compliance, or risk roles. Courses like Security Governance & Compliance from the University of California, Irvine on Coursera offer foundational knowledge to support certification prep.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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