Computer Networks Security
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Computer networks, wireless networks, firewalls and honeypots and much more
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This comprehensive Computer Networks Security course equips you with the practical skills and knowledge to excel as a network administrator or cyber security professional, covering topics from network fundamentals to advanced security techniques.
- Mastering computer network security principles and best practices
- Configuring and managing firewalls and honeypots
- Implementing intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS)
- Securing wireless networks and mitigating common attacks
- Ideal for those looking to progress their career into a cyber security role
- Suitable for aspiring network administrators and those wanting to develop their computer network security skills
- No prior knowledge or experience required
- Suitable for learners wanting flexibility
- Online via Reed Courses Learning On Demand with immediate start
- Skills-based course designed to build practical knowledge and expertise in computer network security
- Skills covered could be beneficial for roles such as network administrator or cyber security officer
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Program content:
- Section One: Introduction to Computer Networks
- Lecture 1: What is a Computer Network?
- Lecture 2: Computer Networks Topologies
- Lecture 3: Computer Networks Categories
- Lecture 4: Computer Networks Devices and Services
- Lecture 5: Computer Networks Transmission Media
- Section Two: ISO/OSI Model (7 Layers)
- Lecture 1: Why ISO/OSI Model?
- Lecture 2: Application, Presentation, and Session Layers
- Lecture 3: Transport and Network Layers
- Lecture 4: Data Link and Physical Layers
- Lecture 5: ISO/OSI Model in Action
- Section Three: TCP/IP Protocol Suite
- Lecture 1: Introduction to Computer Networks Protocols
- Lecture 2: IP Protocol
- Lecture 3: TCP and UDP Protocols
- Lecture 4: Application Protocols
- Lecture 5: TCP/IP Characteristics and Tools
- Section Four: Wireless Networks
- Lecture 1: Wireless Networks Benefits
- Lecture 2: Wireless Networks Types
- Lecture 3: Wireless Networks Protocol (Wi-Fi)
- Lecture 4: Wireless Networks Devices
- Lecture 5: Wireless Networks Drawbacks
- Section Five: Computer Networks Security
- Lecture 1: Security Goals
- Lecture 2: Securing the Network Design
- Lecture 3: TCP/IP Security and Tools
- Lecture 4: Port Scanning and Tools
- Lecture 5: Sniffing and Tools
- Section Six: Firewalls and Honeypots
- Lecture 1: Why Use a Firewall?
- Lecture 2: Firewalls Rules
- Lecture 3: Firewalls Filtering
- Lecture 4: Honey Pots
- Lecture 5: Bypassing Firewalls
- Section Seven: Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS)
- Lecture 1: What are Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)?
- Lecture 2: Network IDS (NIDS)
- Lecture 3: NIDS Challenges
- Lecture 4: Snort as NIDS
- Lecture 5: Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS)
- Section Eight: Wireless Networks Security
- Lecture 1: Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP Attacking
- Lecture 2: WPA and AES Protocols
- Lecture 3: Wireless Security Misconceptions
- Lecture 4: Wireless Attacks and Mitigation
- Lecture 5: Secure Network Design with Wireless
- Section Nine: Physical Security & Incident Handling
- Lecture 1: Physical Security Objectives
- Lecture 2: Physical Threats and Mitigation
- Lecture 3: Defence in Depth (DiD)
- Lecture 4: What is an Incident?
- Lecture 5: Incident Handling
- Section Ten: Computer Networks Security Conclusion
- Lecture 1: Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA)
- Lecture 2: Assets, Threats, and Vulnerabilities
- Lecture 3: Risks and Network Intrusion
- Lecture 4: Common Attacks
- Lecture 5: Security Recommendations
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Who is this course for?
- This computer network security is ideal for people looking to progress their career into a cyber security officer.
- For those who want to become a network administrator, as well as looking to further develop their skills and knowledge.
- People who want to perform better in computer network security from scratch to advanced related careers.
- Those who are passionate about computer network security from scratch to advanced related skills.
- Learners who desire to be more efficient in computer network security from scratch to advanced.
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No prior knowledge or experience required
Career path
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