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      Peking University

      操作系统原理(Operating Systems)

      Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Operating Systems, System Programming, OS Process Management, Computer Systems, Unix, Software Systems, Data Storage, Linux, Servers, Computer Hardware, Virtualization, Algorithms

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      363 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

      Introduction to Industrial Bioprocess Development

      Skills you'll gain: Process Engineering, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Sterilization, Microbiology, Process Control, Good Manufacturing Practices, Production Process, Biochemistry, Pharmaceuticals, Scalability, Manufacturing Processes, Process Development, Laboratory Testing, Engineering Calculations

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      297 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Scrimba

      CSS

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Typography, Web Design, Web Development Tools, Browser Compatibility, Front-End Web Development, Web Development, Web Design and Development, Animations, UI Components, Development Environment, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Javascript, Maintainability, Interactive Design, Web Applications, GitHub

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      170 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Stanford University

      Probabilistic Graphical Models 2: Inference

      Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Inference, Markov Model, Graph Theory, Sampling (Statistics), Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Algorithms, Probability Distribution, Machine Learning Algorithms, Computational Thinking

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      488 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      IBM

      Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)

      Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Continuous Integration, Jenkins, Devops Tools, DevOps, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Continuous Delivery, OpenShift, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, IT Automation, Kubernetes, Containerization, Application Deployment, YAML

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      218 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      IBM

      Generative AI: Elevate Your Data Science Career

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Ethics, Feature Engineering, Predictive Modeling, Data Storytelling, Data Modeling, Data Presentation, Predictive Analytics, Data Synthesis, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization Software, Data Manipulation, Natural Language Processing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      184 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Expressway to Data Science: Python Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Seaborn, Plot (Graphics), Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Histogram, Functional Design, Data Import/Export, Package and Software Management, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Data Science, Data Structures

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      285 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      C

      California Institute of the Arts

      Character Design for Video Games

      Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Animations, Game Design, Video Game Development, Design, Technical Design, Conceptual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Creative Design, Storytelling, Creativity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      995 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Python for Data Analysis: Pandas & NumPy

      Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Analysis, Data Science, Python Programming, Data Structures, Data Manipulation, Computer Programming

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      339 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: New
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      Packt

      CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003)

      Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Computer Security Incident Management, Secure Coding, Cyber Security Assessment, Incident Management, Security Testing, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Risk Management Framework, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Management, Software Development Life Cycle, Network Infrastructure, Network Security, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Splunk Inc.

      Splunk Search Expert

      Skills you'll gain: Splunk, Correlation Analysis, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization Software, Data Wrangling, Performance Tuning, Statistical Methods, Dashboard, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Statistical Analysis, Data Processing, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Data Analysis, Data Synthesis, Data Modeling, Ad Hoc Reporting, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Exploratory Data Analysis, Transaction Processing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      260 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Pattern Discovery in Data Mining

      Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Big Data, Anomaly Detection, Text Mining, Unstructured Data, Spatial Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Image Analysis, Algorithms, Information Privacy

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      326 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • 操作系统原理(Operating Systems): Peking University
    • Introduction to Industrial Bioprocess Development: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
    • CSS: Scrimba
    • Probabilistic Graphical Models 2: Inference: Stanford University
    • Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD): IBM
    • Generative AI: Elevate Your Data Science Career: IBM
    • Expressway to Data Science: Python Programming: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Character Design for Video Games: California Institute of the Arts
    • Python for Data Analysis: Pandas & NumPy: Coursera Project Network
    • CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003): Packt

    Frequently Asked Questions about Computer Security

    Coursera’s computer security courses teach critical skills needed to protect information and systems:

    • Fundamental principles of cybersecurity, including how to identify vulnerabilities
    • Techniques for securing networks, systems, and data from cyber threats
    • Best practices for implementing encryption and securing digital communications
    • Understanding of compliance and legal issues related to digital security
    • Incident response and how to manage breaches effectively
    • Use of cutting-edge tools for threat detection and cybersecurity forensics ‎

    No prior experience is required to get started with entry-level computer security courses on Coursera:

    • Beginners can start with introductory courses that provide a broad overview of cybersecurity concepts.
    • Those with some knowledge can choose courses that address more specific areas such as network security or ethical hacking.
    • Advanced courses are available for professionals seeking to specialize in areas like cybersecurity management or advanced forensics.‎

    Coursera offers various credentials to enhance your professional profile in computer security:

    • Professional certificates that help you develop foundational and advanced cybersecurity skills.
    • Specialized course certificates that focus on niche areas within computer security.
    • Credentials offered in conjunction with leading cybersecurity organizations and universities.

    These credentials are intended to help professionals demonstrate their qualifications and readiness to address cybersecurity challenges.‎

    Skills gained from Coursera’s computer security courses can lead to several career opportunities:

    • Cybersecurity Analyst, assessing security measures and responding to incidents
    • Information Security Manager, overseeing and securing organizational data
    • Network Security Engineer, designing and implementing secure network solutions
    • Forensic Computer Analyst, investigating cybercrimes and analyzing breaches
    • Security Consultant, providing expert advice on protecting against cyber threats ‎
    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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