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Ethical Hacking vs Network Security & CCNA

Both are taught at techcadd. Here is how they differ on level, tools, projects and where each one can take you.

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FeatureEthical HackingNetwork Security & CCNA
LevelBeginnerBeginner
DurationDuration on enquiryDuration on enquiry
Who can joinGraduates, postgraduates, working professionals, career changers, freelancers, and beginners with an interest in computers and cybersecurityGraduates, postgraduates, working professionals, career changers, beginners, and other learners interested in networking and network security
Key toolsKali Linux, Nmap, Wireshark, Burp Suite, Metasploit Framework, OWASP resourcesCisco networking concepts and devices, Cisco Packet Tracer, Network simulation environments, Routers, Switches, Firewalls
What you’ll learnCybersecurity & Ethical Hacking Fundamentals · Networking Fundamentals · Operating Systems & System Security · Information Gathering & ReconnaissanceNetworking Fundamentals · IP Addressing and Subnetting · Switching Concepts · Routing Fundamentals
Portfolio projects——
Career rolesJunior Cybersecurity Analyst, Security Analyst, Vulnerability Assessment AnalystNetwork Support Technician, Network Administrator, IT Support Technician
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Pick Ethical Hacking if…

Learn the fundamentals of ethical hacking, cybersecurity, networking, vulnerability assessment, web security, and security testing through a structured learning approach designed for students, graduates, working professionals, and career changers.

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    Pick Network Security & CCNA if…

    Build practical knowledge of computer networking — network infrastructure, IP addressing, routing, switching and troubleshooting — along with the principles used to protect networks, systems and digital resources.

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