Network Defense Essentials covers the fundamental concepts of information security and network defense. This introductory cybersecurity course is designed for today's entry-level information security or cybersecurity careers and is ideal for learners aspiring to pursue a career in cybersecurity.
The course gives a holistic overview of the key components of Information Security such as Identification, Authentication and Authorization, Virtualization and Cloud Computing, Wireless Networks, Mobile and IoT Devices, and Data Security. The interactive labs component of this course ensures that learners receive the hands-on, practical experience required for a future in cybersecurity.
NDE-certified learners have an assured means of formal recognition to add to their resumes and show off their expertise and skills to prospective employers. The purpose of the NDE certification is to recognize the competency and expertise of a professional in network defense and information security skills, thereby adding value to their workplace and employer.
Status: Authentications
Authentications
Status: Cloud Security
Cloud Security
Beginner·Course·31 hours
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5.0
·Reviewed Nov 9, 2023
This was a great course to refresh my mind on Networking Security. I enjoyed the instructor's style. He is not dry or boring. He brought a comedic value that is needed for learning adults.
5.0
·Reviewed Sep 7, 2023
Very good with an amazing instructor, covered everything I've heard before from similar networking courses. Absolutely would recommend.
5.0
·Reviewed Jul 5, 2024
I'm an university student. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the lecturer, EC-Council  and Coursera. This course is amazing.
5.0
·Reviewed Nov 13, 2025
This course has given me the solid understanding of networks and key insights related to the cybersecurity.
4.0
·Reviewed Jan 7, 2025
This is a comprehensive course where the lecturer touches most areas but some areas were not done in depth, which would add more value to those taking the course.
5.0
·Reviewed Sep 17, 2025
It was easy to follow and I learned a lot from the training.
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Łukasz
2.0
·Reviewed May 19, 2023
Overloaded with terminology and little explanation of the content. Really disappointing course I must admit.
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Gautam
2.0
·Reviewed Aug 2, 2024
Cyber security course without practical do not provides much learning, and becomes boring
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Anish
1.0
·Reviewed Dec 25, 2022
no labs at all
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J
5.0
·Reviewed Nov 10, 2023
This was a great course to refresh my mind on Networking Security. I enjoyed the instructor's style. He is not dry or boring. He brought a comedic value that is needed for learning adults.
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Chase
5.0
·Reviewed Sep 8, 2023
Very good with an amazing instructor, covered everything I've heard before from similar networking courses. Absolutely would recommend.
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ABU
5.0
·Reviewed Mar 20, 2025
The Network Defense Essentials (NDE) course on Coursera was an excellent learning experience! The content was well-structured, covering key cybersecurity concepts with practical insights. A big thanks to the instructor for their clear explanations and engaging teaching style. Highly recommended for anyone looking to strengthen their network security skills!
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Haresh
5.0
·Reviewed Jul 6, 2024
I'm an university student. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the lecturer, EC-Council and Coursera. This course is amazing.
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Abdul
5.0
·Reviewed Nov 14, 2025
This course has given me the solid understanding of networks and key insights related to the cybersecurity.
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Orlando
5.0
·Reviewed Mar 27, 2023
Excelente desarrollo de todos los temas del curso, bien claros. Recomendado
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Jermaine
5.0
·Reviewed Sep 18, 2025
It was easy to follow and I learned a lot from the training.