This course forms part of a series of courses that offers a good starting point for a career in cybersecurity. It will help you gain knowledge and skills related to networking and cloud computing and get you one step closer to the Microsoft Cybersecurity Analyst Professional Certificate, which requires no degree or prior experience.
Introduction to Networking and Cloud Computing
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Introduction to Networking and Cloud Computing
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Beginner level
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Flexible schedule
3 weeks at 10 hours a week
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What you'll learn
How to set up a cloud computing environment, virtual machines and cloud services.
How to set up common network infrastructure and monitoring.
How to use network security components, approaches and mitigation.
How to produce a coherent expansion plan for a business enterprise to take advantage of cloud infrastructure.
Skills you'll gain
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Digital Transformation
- Authentications
- Network Protocols
- General Networking
- Network Security
- TCP/IP
- Cloud Computing
- Network Troubleshooting
- Cybersecurity
- Infrastructure Architecture
- Security Controls
- Authorization (Computing)
- Network Infrastructure
- Identity and Access Management
- Cloud Computing Architecture
- Cloud Services
- Network Monitoring
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25 assignments
Taught in English
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RJ
Reviewed on Aug 16, 2024
Very informative and interesting. Gives a solid understanding of Networking and Cloud Computing.
HM
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
A fascinating course to tech enthusiasts who are interested in the networking aspect of computing
DR
Reviewed on Jul 14, 2024
The course was very informative. I have learned a lot about Networking and cloud computing. I would like to thank the instructor that conducted the course. You did a great job.
