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About the Course

This course is designed to provide a full overview of computer networking. We’ll cover everything from the fundamentals of modern networking technologies and protocols to an overview of the cloud to practical applications and network troubleshooting. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to: ● describe computer networks in terms of a five-layer model ● understand all of the standard protocols involved with TCP/IP communications ● grasp powerful network troubleshooting tools and techniques ● learn network services like DNS and DHCP that help make computer networks run ● understand cloud computing, everything as a service, and cloud storage...

Top reviews

AM

Mar 29, 2020

what an amazing course, so much information and yet so easy to understand, would recommend going over a few of the videos and supplemental reading a few times, take the time needed, it'll be worth it.

SK

Feb 18, 2021

This was really time-consuming but it was really worth learning. Although in the end, it seems to be very basic things, they would be essential through whatever you want to accomplish in the IT field.

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By Mary H R T

Dec 7, 2020

This is a jampacked technical course but still digestible for stay-at-home moms like me who do not have computer science backgrounds. I highly recommend it, even if all you want to do is organize your own network at home. Be prepared to study smart and to work hard.

By Destini H

Mar 11, 2020

Awesome course. The supplemental readings are you friend as this course takes you head first into A LOT of information. It will weed out those who aren't committed to the specialization. I learned a ton in this course and can't wait to continue. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

By Glenn G

Jan 6, 2020

Very detailed and covered so much that I had learned from 20+ years of being a self learner of computer science, networking, and web development. Structured in an orderly fashion and with videos that are not too lengthy to stay focused on the materiel being taught.

By Stephen V

May 8, 2018

this course has expanded my knowledge and understanding of computer networking from the perspective of an IT Support Specialist and has provided me with applicable skills to become a more effective and marketable technician. thank you google and thank you coursera!

By Karson B

May 24, 2023

Super informative course. I went from knowing literally nothing about computer networking to being able to explain every layer of the TCP/IP model, networking services, DNS/name resolution, and more. Great videos, informative readings, and great practical plugins.

By Sharon B

Jun 26, 2021

I have completely enjoy the course and available learning contend. Resources were made available for individualized study. The student forum provided additional resource for occasional questions or help with roadblocks. Looking forward to next course. SB Jun 26,21

By Dani W

Mar 9, 2018

A lot of in depth info on networking. I have a much better understanding of the building blocks of networking as well as a better grasp on how all the parts work together. Victor is great. His personality throughout the course videos really helped keep me engaged.

By Chhunchhieng B

Jun 24, 2023

It's a complex and challenging topic in this course, but the instructor has made it clear to undertand. After rewatching the video again and again I can make it to finish the course and understood a lot. Thanks for the course and certifcate from the Google Team.

By John W

Oct 5, 2021

This was a great overview of networking. It glossed over some things that are useful, but is a fantastic starting point if you know very little about the subject. I'm very glad that I took it, and have a good idea of what parts I need extra research to master.

By JOSÉ L R E

Sep 8, 2020

Honestly, this course was very difficult for me because I had to learn many concepts and abbreviations, however the use of the internet, communication networks and the cloud are important aspects to take into consideration if we want a job related to this field.

By Sayma B

Sep 6, 2020

I had no idea how in depth it would be! The course discusses really deep material but in a clear and simple way for a beginner to understand. I'm really grateful for that. The teachers are all really nice to listen to as well, which makes it all the more easier.

By Eric H

Oct 25, 2019

Great presentations and very detailed concepts presented in a straightforward and uncomplicated way. Presenters were clearly enthusiastic about IT and IT concepts and made it fun and make you feel like it is a possible career route for people switching careers.

By Grégoire L

Aug 28, 2019

Very good overview of networks. One thing I was expecting to understand slightly better would have been on how to setup a smart network. What should have been chosen for what purposes. How do multiple access points with the same name work. Else perfect training.

By Mr W

Aug 15, 2020

This Course is Awesome. even if it was quite tough to understand I got all fundamental knowledge behind how network works, how distant computer can communicate with each other, how a connection is established with key knowledge of the technology involved in it.

By Olusegun A O

Jul 18, 2019

Being on the role of an IT Support/ Software staff for more than 6years in my current employment, handling most internet connection issues and yet this has brought more light to my world of IT.

Lots of new stuff from here is ready to roll into my daily operation

By Alex A

Apr 2, 2022

Great Course! Teaches you ALOT about the systems and protocols that make up the internet, which are usually abstracted from the view of an average internet user. The course does get a little wordy at times, but that's to be expected as there is alot to learn.

By Abu M A

Dec 12, 2021

This course has changed my perspective about Internet. I have never imagined how many process and protocols are in play, just to send a single packet. To be very honest, I didn't even know data flows in the internet via packet. It was good to learn the basics.

By Vadigalla J K

Dec 7, 2021

wow , the course is super awesome , everyone can do the course irrespective of the background , everything was explained from scratch , at first it was all new terms , but i was completely clear as we move along the course, thank you for this wonderful course

By Jessica T

Feb 20, 2020

This was great content. There were some irritating issues with assignments. I just spent the last two day redoing the work i did weeks ago. I hope the current submissions stick this time. I took screenshots of everything as I went along as proof of completion.

By Nishant J

Mar 29, 2019

The course is very good. The teacher/guide was very informative and a very fun guy to actually learn things from. I deeply admire the work and dedication the team had put up to design and develop the course. Extremely helpful. Hats off to the guys who made it.

By Jayzeer B L

Feb 15, 2022

It's a great pleasure and previledge to learn in this course. It was amazing and challenging. The contents were very clear and very easy to understand. I Love it!. Thank you Google and Coursera for this training. God bless you more. I highly recommend it. :)

By Amit B

Jan 12, 2021

This certificate is new of its kind in that it presents a completely unique approach to introduce those who seek an IT career to the IT field and teaches you the content in a way that you don’t any prerequisites to be able to understand and grasp the content.

By Jefferson E

Nov 5, 2020

For me the whole course has been a wonderful experience, I have struggled a lot with most of the issues, because they are things that I had forgotten and that because of my current job they did not let me train. I am very excited to take the following course.

By Jonathan

Oct 30, 2020

Good Course. You guys need to check the translated text though. It seems like you used some sort of dictation software because there are many instances where the words don't match up to the video. I'm sure it's super confusing for the deaf or hard of hearing.

By Nicholas B F

Sep 29, 2020

Such a wonderful networking course, good enough to strengthen up your fundamentals... Now I have reasonable confidence to take up future related networking certifications, so that I can broaden up my skills, and hopefully join the IT industry anytime soon....