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EC-Council Network Defense Essentials

EntrySecurity FundamentalsPaid

Entry-level network security foundations course covering network defense fundamentals, firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and wireless security. Includes hands-on labs and a proctored exam voucher.

What you'll prove

  • Explain network security fundamentals and defense-in-depth principles
  • Describe firewall types and their role in network segmentation
  • Identify IDS/IPS deployment strategies and detection methods
  • Explain VPN technologies and secure remote access concepts
  • Describe wireless security protocols and common wireless attack vectors

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How much does EC-Council NDE cost?

$299 standard package. Previously hosted free on the now-retired CodeRed platform; current pricing is paid across the entire Essentials Series.