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      University of London

      How Computers Work

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computer Science, Computer Systems, Computer Networking, Web Applications, Cybersecurity, Web Servers, Servers, Computational Thinking, User Accounts

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      New York University

      Cyber Attack Countermeasures

      Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Authentications, Computer Security, Network Security, Security Controls, Public Key Infrastructure, Key Management, Cryptography, Information Assurance, Encryption

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      704 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Internet of Things and AI Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Cloud Computing Architecture, Git (Version Control System), Amazon Web Services, Internet Of Things, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Linux, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Android Studio, Telecommunications, Application Development, Cloud Applications, Amazon S3, Computer Vision, Network Protocols, General Networking, Embedded Software, Python Programming

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Understanding User Needs

      Skills you'll gain: User Research, Qualitative Research, Design Research, Interviewing Skills, User Experience, User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Requirements Analysis, Research Methodologies, Needs Assessment, Research, Human Computer Interaction, Data Collection

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      528 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Kennesaw State University

      The Foundations of Cybersecurity

      Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Management, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Strategy, Network Security, Security Awareness, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Management, Threat Detection, Security Controls, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Firewall, Authorization (Computing), Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      699 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Generative AI in HR - Impact and Application of Gen AI

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Engagement, Data Ethics, HR Tech, Generative AI, Human Resources, Human Resource Strategy, Recruitment, Talent Acquisition, Training Programs, Employee Training, Workforce Planning, Information Privacy, Business Ethics, Diversity and Inclusion

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      227 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidade Estadual de Campinas

      Pensamento Crítico, Lógica e Argumentação

      Skills you'll gain: Deductive Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, Persuasive Communication, Security Awareness, Media and Communications, Correlation Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Appeals

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      130 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Managing Security in Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Network Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Multi-Factor Authentication, Authorization (Computing), Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Encryption

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Online Learning Design for Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Content Creation, Multimedia, Education Software and Technology, Media Production, Developing Training Materials, Pedagogy, Peer Review, Blended Learning, Learning Management Systems, Discussion Facilitation, Teaching, Constructive Feedback, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Safety and Security, Data Sharing, User Accounts, Collaborative Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      392 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Relational Database Administration (DBA)

      Skills you'll gain: Database Administration, Database Design, Database Management, Database Architecture and Administration, Relational Databases, Database Systems, MySQL, IBM DB2, PostgreSQL, Performance Tuning, Data Security, Encryption, Disaster Recovery, User Accounts, Query Languages, System Monitoring

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      245 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Kennesaw State University

      The GRC Approach to Managing Cybersecurity

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Risk, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Compliance Management, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Risk Analysis, Information Privacy, Performance Measurement, Contingency Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      356 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Introduction to Secure Networking

      Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, TCP/IP, Network Architecture, Cloud Computing, Microsoft Azure, Firewall, Servers, Network Monitoring, Virtual Machines, Artificial Intelligence

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      245 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • How Computers Work: University of London
    • Cyber Attack Countermeasures: New York University
    • Internet of Things and AI Cloud: University of California San Diego
    • Understanding User Needs: University of Michigan
    • The Foundations of Cybersecurity: Kennesaw State University
    • Generative AI in HR - Impact and Application of Gen AI: Board Infinity
    • Pensamento Crítico, Lógica e Argumentação: Universidade Estadual de Campinas
    • Managing Security in Google Cloud: Google Cloud
    • Online Learning Design for Educators: Macquarie University
    • Relational Database Administration (DBA): IBM

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