Learning network security is a crucial step for anyone looking to enter or advance in the cybersecurity field. Here are some of the best resources and recommendations from Redditors to help you build a solid foundation in networking for cybersecurity:

Video Courses and Tutorials

• Professor Messer: His free Security+ and Network+ courses on YouTube are highly recommended. "Professor Messer was fantastic for me. Most of his content is free on Youtube, but also has affordable supplemental resources/practice tests on his site."

• Jeremy's IT Lab CCNA Course: Comprehensive and structured, perfect for beginners. "Jeremy's IT Lab CCNA Course. As far as video courses go, this is all you need."

• NetworkChuck: Great for motivation and big-picture understanding. "NetworkChuck for motivation and big picture"

• David Bombal: Offers various networking and cybersecurity tutorials on YouTube. "David bombal or networkchuck on YouTube"

Certifications and Structured Learning

• CompTIA Network+: A good starting point for understanding networking basics. "Comptia Network+ is a good start, you don't have the take the exam if you don't need to, just watch professor Messer's videos or get the Study Guide if you prefer reading like I do."

• Cisco CCNA: Deeper than Network+, providing a comprehensive understanding of networking. "CCNA is awesome!"

Practical Labs and Tools

• Cisco Packet Tracer: For hands-on practice with network simulations. "Cisco Packet Tracer for hands on"

• GNS3: For building virtual labs with routers, switches, and firewalls. "Emulate networks using a product called GNS3."

• Wireshark and tcpdump: Essential for network analysis. "Wireshark and tcpdump as early as possible"

Books and Articles

• TCP/IP Illustrated: A comprehensive guide to TCP/IP. "There is a great book called TCP/IP Illustrated."

• Hacking: The Art of Exploitation (2nd Ed) by Jon Erickson: For a deeper dive into cybersecurity. "Hacking: The Art of Exploitation (2nd Ed) by Jon Erickson"

Blogs and Newsletters

• KrebsOnSecurity: For up-to-date cybersecurity news. "KrebsOnSecurity"

• Bleeping Computer: Another excellent source for cybersecurity news. "Bleeping Computer"

• The Hacker News: Comprehensive coverage of cybersecurity topics. "The Hacker News"

Subreddits for Further Learning

• r/CompTIA

• r/Cybersecurity101

• r/SecurityCareerAdvice

• r/netsecstudents

These resources should provide a solid foundation for anyone looking to learn network security, from beginners to those looking to deepen their knowledge. Good luck on your journey!