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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Network Security & CCNA vs DevOps
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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The differences at a glance
| Feature | Network Security & CCNA | DevOps |
|---|---|---|
| Level | Beginner | Beginner |
| Duration | Duration on enquiry | Duration on enquiry |
| Who can join | Graduates, postgraduates, working professionals, career changers, beginners, and other learners interested in networking and network security | Graduates, postgraduates, working professionals, IT learners, job switchers, career changers, and beginners with an interest in technology |
| Key tools | Cisco networking concepts and devices, Cisco Packet Tracer, Network simulation environments, Routers, Switches, Firewalls | Linux, Git, GitHub, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes |
| What you’ll learn | Networking Fundamentals · IP Addressing and Subnetting · Switching Concepts · Routing Fundamentals | DevOps Fundamentals · Linux and Command-Line Fundamentals · Git and Version Control · Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery |
| Portfolio projects | — | — |
| Career roles | Network Support Technician, Network Administrator, IT Support Technician | Junior DevOps Engineer, DevOps Associate, Cloud/DevOps Associate |
Which to pick
Choose the one that fits your goal
Pick DevOps if…
Understand the practices, tools, and workflows used to bring software development and IT operations closer together — how applications are developed, tested, deployed, monitored, and maintained through more consistent and automated processes.
- Understand core DevOps principles and workflows.
- Work with Linux command-line environments.
- Use Git for source-code version control.
Still deciding between the two?
A counsellor can map either course to your degree, schedule and career goal — one call is usually enough.
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