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      Duke University

      Introduction to Logic and Critical Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Deductive Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, Computational Logic, Probability, Sampling (Statistics), Persuasive Communication, Research, Writing, Statistics, Scientific Methods, Oral Expression, Correlation Analysis, Interpersonal Communications, Interactive Learning, Learning Strategies, Instructional Strategies

      4.6
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Università Bocconi

      Food & Beverage Management

      Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Hospitality Management, Restaurant Management, Product Quality (QA/QC), Global Marketing, Market Dynamics, Business Strategy, Consumer Behaviour, Value Propositions, Competitive Analysis, Innovation, Brand Management, Growth Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      AI for Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Statistical Analysis, Clinical Trials, Feature Engineering, Risk Modeling, Treatment Planning, Data Analysis, Precision Medicine, Decision Tree Learning, Predictive Modeling, Patient Treatment, Image Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Machine Learning, AI Personalization, Machine Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Processing, Medical Imaging

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Viral Marketing and How to Craft Contagious Content

      Skills you'll gain: Content Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Consumer Behaviour, Influencing, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Persuasive Communication, Social Media, Advertising, Brand Strategy, Marketing, Marketing Psychology, Storytelling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northwestern University

      Social Media Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Blogs, Social Media Marketing, Integrated Marketing Communications, Peer Review, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Social Media Strategy, Business Marketing, Real Time Data, Marketing Effectiveness, Content Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, Target Audience, Social Media, Social Media Campaigns, Budgeting, Digital Transformation, Big Data, Marketing Analytics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Microsoft

      Work Smarter with Microsoft Word

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Microsoft 365, Productivity Software, Proofreading, Document Management, Technical Documentation, Microsoft Windows, Presentations, Writing, Editing, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Grammar

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Networking in Google Cloud 日本語版

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Load Balancing, Cloud Services, Identity and Access Management, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Kubernetes, Virtual Machines, Network Routing, Cloud Storage, Large Language Modeling, Application Development, Network Infrastructure, TCP/IP, Network Architecture, General Networking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cloud Computing, Network Security

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      706 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Google Marketing Digital e E-Commerce

      Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Data Storytelling, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Budgets, Social Media, Order Fulfillment, Media Planning, Search Engine Marketing, Paid media, Google Ads, Marketing Analytics, Social Media Strategy, Customer Retention, A/B Testing, Google Analytics, Customer Relationship Management, Online Advertising, Customer experience strategy (CX), Campaign Management

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Virginia

      Agile Meets Design Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Agile Product Development, User Story, Design Thinking, Product Improvement, Agile Methodology, Product Design, Product Development, User Centered Design, User Research, Persona Development, Innovation, Discussion Facilitation, Testability

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Meta

      Version Control

      Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Unix Commands, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Linux Commands, Software Versioning, Command-Line Interface, Collaborative Software, File Management, Software Development Tools, Software Development

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

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      PwC

      Data-driven Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Analytics, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Intelligence, Data Literacy, Big Data, Data Storytelling, Statistical Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization Software, R Programming

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

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      Google Cloud

      Machine Learning on Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Prompt Engineering, Google Cloud Platform, Generative AI, Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Cloud Infrastructure, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Pipelines, Dataflow, Cloud Platforms, Data Management, Data Governance, Workflow Management, Application Deployment, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Introduction to Logic and Critical Thinking: Duke University
    • Food & Beverage Management: Università Bocconi
    • AI for Medicine: DeepLearning.AI
    • Viral Marketing and How to Craft Contagious Content: University of Pennsylvania
    • Social Media Marketing: Northwestern University
    • Work Smarter with Microsoft Word: Microsoft
    • Networking in Google Cloud 日本語版: Google Cloud
    • Google Marketing Digital e E-Commerce: Google
    • Agile Meets Design Thinking: University of Virginia
    • Version Control: Meta

    Why Learn Computer Networks?

    Computer networks are the backbone of digital communication, enabling devices to share information and resources across the internet and private systems. They’re essential to everything from cloud computing and cybersecurity to remote work and data transfer. Learning about computer networks builds a strong foundation for careers in IT, systems administration, and network security.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Computer Network

    Top networking courses include Computer Communications from the University of Colorado and Google's Bits and Bytes of Computer Networking. These cover key topics like network protocols, IP addressing, DNS, routing, and cybersecurity.‎

    Yes. Many networking courses offer a free audit option, which lets you access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To earn a certificate or complete assessments, you’ll need to pay or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how data moves across the internet, how networks are designed and secured, and how to troubleshoot common connectivity issues. Courses often cover TCP/IP, firewalls, VPNs, switches, and wireless networks.‎

    No prior experience is required for most beginner-level networking courses. They introduce concepts step by step and are suitable for learners looking to build a solid foundation in IT or computer science.‎

    Yes. Networking is a core skill in many IT roles, including technical support, systems administration, and cybersecurity. Completing a course or certificate program can help you build job-ready skills and prepare for industry certifications like CompTIA Network+ or Cisco’s CCNA.‎

    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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