Free Online Server Courses

Servers are a key part of the Internet. Without these vital pieces of computer architecture, we would not be able to access websites, send email or all the other functions we now take for granted. Like all machinery, servers need maintenance, troubleshooting, securing, networking and updating to run smoothly, which is where a host of sought-after and often lucrative jobs come in. Alison has a wide variety of relevant server-related courses for total beginners to more advanced server technicians.

1. Diploma in Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices Part 1 (ICND1) v3 CCNA

This popular course explains simple networks, types of motherboards and processors and Internet protocol.

2. Introduction to Windows Server Administration

Did you know you can use Windows Server to run and maintain servers in a network? This short course gives you a quick look into the basics of Windows Server.

3. Introduction to Server Administration Services

Another quick course, this one covers the basics of server security breaches and explains encryption and permissions, among other important subjects.

There are many highly specialised and skilled careers that involve working with servers. These include:

• Server technician
• Server engineer
• IT support specialist
• Network engineer
• Backend server software engineer
• Server database administrator

Certification is essential. Servers carry huge amounts of confidential information, everything from users’ personal details and health information to financial, voting and criminal records. If you are certified, it is another step to proving that you are reliable, trustworthy and understand that working with servers involves being aware of security and possible breaches at all times. 

Think about it: would you want an uncertified person working on your business server?