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Skills you'll gain: Computer Networking, Package and Software Management, Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Systems Administration, Cloud Infrastructure, IT Infrastructure, TCP/IP, Information Systems Security, File Systems, Microsoft Windows, Network Architecture, Desktop Support, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Computer Hardware, Technical Support, Software Installation, Operating Systems
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Technical Support, Cloud Services, Peripheral Devices, Cybersecurity, Computing Platforms, Hardware Troubleshooting, IT Service Management, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Desktop Support, System Support, Network Protocols, Encryption, Software Development Life Cycle, Professional Networking, Cloud Storage, Information Technology, Cloud Computing, Interviewing Skills
Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft 365, Network Security, Business Software, Computer Hardware, Cybersecurity, Desktop Support, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Troubleshooting, Technical Support, Hardware Troubleshooting, Hardware Architecture, Generative AI, Operating Systems, Network Administration, Network Protocols, Application Security, Microsoft Teams, Productivity Software, Information Systems Security, Multi-Factor Authentication
The world of IT offers a variety of career paths in diverse industries. An IT professional can specialize in cybersecurity to keep computers and businesses safe, cloud computing to make information easier to access, or in help desk roles to assist in the everyday functions of an organization. With so many options and opportunities available, it can be tricky to know where to start. On Coursera, you'll find expert resources to support your goals, whether you're just starting out or are ready to take the next step in your career. Explore information technology topics, including:
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![[Featured Image] A group of IT professionals meets in a conference room with laptops to discuss how to implement zero trust security in the cloud for their organization.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/3oiiKw38qgz0mYYx0teRNi/31471f34418f77265c109c1ff75209fc/GettyImages-1396315043.jpg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
![[Featured Image] Two IT colleagues collaborate on an infrastructure project on a shared monitor.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/Ft6y6KWr0BGgQb0xLyjrM/3a26b1065dff4e33d12e3a4719839763/iStock-1197257945.jpeg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
![[Featured Image] A business person is using their smartphone to gain access to a password-protected website on their laptop that is instituting zero trust security measures.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/6v8G7hcBDa8OErISuufVyO/a6bc2f16b12198dbc61835519ec45be5/GettyImages-1316430784.jpg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
![[Featured image] Two women working in IT talking to each other in the workplace.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/7EBObvHmmFvTIlHi1HzACg/1a11138cebb6bd104933c052d9a14c29/GettyImages-1146500478.jpg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
![[Featured image] A woman works on her laptop at home, preparing to earn the TOGAF certification.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/1wV90ftiMvmZNkgnWr5owJ/dde4c7d9c039234e574130ac1a2bbd6e/GettyImages-1166429741.jpg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
![[Featured image] A man sits at a table with his laptop and prepares to earn the SC-900 certification.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/6hFrZzlK21w8cVhCVgQP8b/0eef3b3ad68856a0d0753bd756c75665/GettyImages-1265972394.jpg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
![[Featured image] A man sits at a laptop earning his RHCSA certification.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/1IlNpRFYe6Ixlm844Rar7T/f52016bc204e603bb83cf89082638440/GettyImages-514411129.jpg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
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![[Featured Image] A cybersecurity project manager, one of the many non-technical cybersecurity jobs, presents some information to her team.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/5z0Rg2HxRJtarvHOy4geml/1ebcce783841565d083fb1a8b89962e4/GettyImages-495843651.jpg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
![[Featured] A man wearing a headset and typing on a computer works in emergency communications, one of the many important CISA jobs.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/2ZrU5nZvimTi0VDLQ6Ouv7/6704236f41481fcbc4f3a2b9b33b13e0/GettyImages-1500517583.jpg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
