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      IBM

      Key Technologies for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Data Literacy, Cloud Computing Architecture, Generative AI, Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Mining, Public Cloud, Cloud Storage, Data Analysis, Data Science, OpenAI, Serverless Computing, Cloud-Native Computing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, ChatGPT, Business Process Automation, Business

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      102K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Cloud Security Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Network Security, Cloud Computing, Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cryptography, Virtualization, Firewall, Public Cloud, Encryption, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments, Data Integrity

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      105 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Security Engineer

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Application Performance Management, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Infrastructure, Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, Authentications, Load Balancing, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Firewall, Network Security, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, Cloud Computing Architecture, Generative AI, Cloud Applications, Network Architecture, Containerization, Network Monitoring, Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      50K reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Infosec

      Blockchain Security

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Application Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Security Engineering, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Encryption, Infrastructure Security, Cybersecurity, Key Management, Distributed Computing, Vulnerability Assessments, Data Integrity, Transaction Processing, Scalability, Algorithms

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      77 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Cisco Learning and Certifications

      Security Operations Center (SOC)

      Skills you'll gain: Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cyber Operations, Incident Response, Automation, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Computer Security Incident Management, System Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Network Monitoring

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      288 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Technical Support Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Desktop Support, Technical Support, Computer Hardware, Software Installation, Help Desk Support, Technical Documentation, Hardware Troubleshooting, Customer Support, Computer Architecture, Computer Networking, Microsoft Windows, Technical Communication, Linux, Virtual Machines

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      161K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Virginia Darden School Foundation

      IBM & Darden Digital Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Extract, Transform, Load, Digital Transformation, Generative AI Agents, Cloud Computing Architecture, Competitive Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Generative AI, Data Analysis, Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, Data Integrity, Strategic Thinking, Statistical Analysis, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Business Strategy, Product Lifecycle Management, Data Science

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      47K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Cybersecurity Assessment: CompTIA Security+ & CYSA+

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Security Controls, Vulnerability Management, Malware Protection, Incident Response, Network Architecture

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Usable Security

      Skills you'll gain: Usability, Human Computer Interaction, Authentications, Interaction Design, Human Factors, Usability Testing, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Security Engineering, Security Requirements Analysis, Cybersecurity, User Interface (UI) Design, User Centered Design, Multi-Factor Authentication, Design

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Multiple educators

      IBM and ISC2 Cybersecurity Specialist

      Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Network Security, Incident Response, Penetration Testing, Software Development Life Cycle, Computer Security Incident Management, Information Assurance, Cloud Computing Architecture, Computing Platforms, Microsoft Windows, Cyber Governance, Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Authorization (Computing), Data Storage, Application Security, Information Technology, Cryptography

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      14K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      LPIC-1 Linux Administrator (102-500)

      Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), Security Controls, Servers

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      The Bits and Bytes of Computer Networking

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Networking, OSI Models, Network Troubleshooting, Routing Protocols, Network Administration, General Networking, TCP/IP, Network Architecture, Network Routing, Networking Hardware, Network Protocols, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Infrastructure, Local Area Networks, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Wide Area Networks, Wireless Networks, Network Security, Network Model, Data Integrity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      52K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Key Technologies for Business: IBM
    • Cloud Security Basics: University of Minnesota
    • Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Security Engineer: Google Cloud
    • Blockchain Security: Infosec
    • Security Operations Center (SOC): Cisco Learning and Certifications
    • Technical Support Fundamentals: Google
    • IBM & Darden Digital Strategy: University of Virginia Darden School Foundation
    • Cybersecurity Assessment: CompTIA Security+ & CYSA+: IBM
    • Usable Security: University of Maryland, College Park
    • IBM and ISC2 Cybersecurity Specialist: IBM

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