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Computer Fundamentals Courses

Computer fundamentals courses can help you learn basic hardware and software concepts, operating systems, networking, and cybersecurity principles. You can build skills in troubleshooting, system maintenance, and understanding data management practices. Many courses introduce tools like Windows, Linux, and various programming languages, showing how these skills apply in everyday computing tasks and professional environments.


Popular Computer Fundamentals Courses and Certifications


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    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to Cybersecurity & Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Risk Management, Business Continuity Planning, Asset Protection, Risk Analysis, Business Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Risk Mitigation, Vendor Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Management, Cyber Risk, Compliance Management, Asset Management, Security Awareness, Cyber Security Strategy, Threat Management, Security Controls

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Payroll: Withholdings, Entry & Verification

    Skills you'll gain: Payroll Systems, Payroll, Payroll Tax, Payroll Processing, Verification And Validation, Tax Compliance, Data Entry, Data Validation, Regulatory Compliance, Record Keeping, Quality Control

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Automate Your Reports with Ease

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Automation, Email Automation, Scheduling, Management Reporting, Performance Reporting, Automation, Stakeholder Communications, Report Writing, Scalability, Continuous Improvement Process

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Conociendo Canva, tu nueva herramienta de diseño favorita

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Infographics, Design, Logo Design, Creative Design, Digital Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IBM

    IBM Deep Learning with PyTorch, Keras and Tensorflow

    Skills you'll gain: Transfer Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Model Evaluation, Vision Transformer (ViT), Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Unsupervised Learning, Autoencoders, Artificial Neural Networks, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Machine Learning Methods, Generative AI, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Logistic Regression, Tensorflow, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Image Analysis, Data Preprocessing

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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Electronic Schematics: From Symbols to Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Electronic Components, Schematic Diagrams, Prototyping, Hardware Design, Electronics, Engineering Design Process, Technical Design, Electronics Engineering, Electronic Systems, Manufacturing Standards, Technical Standard, Engineering Documentation, Workflow Management, Data Visualization, Verification And Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    IBM COBOL Software Development Practices

    Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Technical Support, Software Development Life Cycle, Agile Project Management, Scrum (Software Development), Technical Support and Services, Software Development, Software Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance, Code Review, Debugging, Software Documentation, Computer Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI Engineering with LLMs

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative Model Architectures, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Vector Databases, LLM Application, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Embeddings, Natural Language Processing, Hugging Face, Transfer Learning, Data Pipelines, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Text Mining, Data Ethics, Data Preprocessing, Artificial Intelligence, Performance Tuning

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    CertNexus

    CyberSec First Responder (Exam CFR-410)

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Computer Security Incident Management, Information Systems Security, Threat Detection, Cyber Risk, Risk Analysis, Computer Security, Digital Forensics, Network Security, Incident Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Scanning, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Network Analysis

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    CertNexus

    CFR: Reconnaissance, Attack, and Post-Attack Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Malware Protection, Penetration Testing, Cyber Security Assessment, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Security Engineering, Cyber Attacks, Exploitation techniques, Mobile Security, Information Systems Security, Computer Security, Network Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Cloud Security, Persistence

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Optimize Persona-Based Content for Marketing Success

    Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Persona Development, Content Marketing, Customer Insights, Target Audience, Content Strategy, Persona (User Experience), Social Media Content, Data Storytelling, Marketing Analytics, Performance Measurement, Scheduling, Drive Engagement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Return On Investment, Strategic Decision-Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Berklee

    Electronic Music Production

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music Performance, Music, Media Production, Music Theory, Instrumental Music, File Management, Performing Arts, Post-Production, Creativity, Digital Signal Processing, Electronic Media, Editing, Design Software, Peer Review, Automation, Patch Management, Technical Support, System Configuration, System Requirements

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular computer fundamentals courses

  • Introduction to Cybersecurity & Risk Management: University of California, Irvine
  • Payroll: Withholdings, Entry & Verification: Coursera
  • Automate Your Reports with Ease: Coursera
  • Conociendo Canva, tu nueva herramienta de diseño favorita: Coursera
  • IBM Deep Learning with PyTorch, Keras and Tensorflow: IBM
  • Electronic Schematics: From Symbols to Systems: Coursera
  • IBM COBOL Software Development Practices: IBM
  • Generative AI Engineering with LLMs: IBM
  • CyberSec First Responder (Exam CFR-410): CertNexus
  • CFR: Reconnaissance, Attack, and Post-Attack Analysis: CertNexus

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