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Beginner Computer Courses

Beginner computer courses can help you learn basic operating system navigation, file management, internet browsing, and word processing. You can build skills in spreadsheet creation, email communication, and online research techniques. Many courses introduce tools like Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and various web applications, showing how these skills are applied in everyday tasks and professional settings.

Popular Beginner Computer Courses and Certifications


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    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Digital Security

    Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Management, Threat Detection, Information Systems Security, Security Strategy, Security Controls, Network Security, Vulnerability Management, Identity and Access Management, Email Security, Security Awareness, Encryption, Patch Management, Disaster Recovery, Risk Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Teradata プロフェッショナルのための BigQuery 基礎

    Skills you'll gain: Teradata SQL, Data Warehousing, Database Design, Extract, Transform, Load, Identity and Access Management, Google Cloud Platform, Query Languages, Data Import/Export, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Modeling, Data Mapping, SQL, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Architecture, Data Migration, Real Time Data

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Critical Infrastructure Security

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure Security, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Incident Response, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, Incident Management, Cyber Threat Hunting, Network Security, Cyber Security Policies, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Internet Of Things

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Mission Led Innovation: Designing a Sustainable Future

    Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Innovation, Design Thinking, Sustainable Design, Research and Design, Solution Design, Sustainable Development, Scalability, Social Impact, Business Architecture, Systems Thinking, Human Centered Design, Sustainable Systems, Prototyping, Environmental Issue

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    PMI-ACP Exam Prep: Agile Execution & Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Team Performance Management, Agile Project Management, Sprint Planning, Agile Software Development, Agile Product Development, Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Methodology, Sprint Retrospectives, Team Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Team Building, Scalability, Conflict Management, Team Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Prioritization, Kanban Principles, Discussion Facilitation, Continuous Improvement Process, Risk Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Sentiment Analysis with RNNs in Keras

    Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Model Evaluation, Model Training, Natural Language Processing, Text Mining, Data Preprocessing, Deep Learning, Data Analysis

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Build and Orchestrate Applications with Docker

    Skills you'll gain: Devops Tools, WordPress, Virtual Networking, Configuration Management, Data Persistence

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Accelerate Model Training with PyTorch 2.X

    Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Model Training, Distributed Computing, Data Pipelines, Performance Tuning, Deep Learning, AI Workflows, Scalability, LLM Application, Memory Management, Hardware Architecture, Machine Learning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Process SAR & Multispectral

    Skills you'll gain: Spatial Data Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Analysis, Model Evaluation, Image Analysis, Image Quality, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Analytical Skills, Technical Communication, Process Validation, Data Sharing, Cloud Applications

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    CertNexus

    IRBIZ: Incident Response for Business Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Incident Management, Cyber Risk, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Security, Federal Information Security Management Act, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, Computer Security, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Network Security, Sarbanes Oxley Act (SOX) Compliance, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Google Cloud로 애플리케이션 개발하기: 기초

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Cloud Development, Google Cloud Platform, Application Development, Generative AI, Application Deployment, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud API, Cloud Deployment, Authentications, Containerization, Cloud Hosting, Computing Platforms, CI/CD, Cloud Services, Authorization (Computing), Cloud Storage, Data Storage, Performance Tuning, Application Performance Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Logical Operations

    Microsoft PowerPoint for Office 365: Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Office, Presentations, Multimedia, Animations, Data Visualization, Collaborative Software, Video Editing, Productivity Software, Collaboration, Security Controls, Graphic and Visual Design, User Interface (UI), Graphics Software

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Professional Skills: Digital Security: Arizona State University
  • Teradata プロフェッショナルのための BigQuery 基礎: Google Cloud
  • Critical Infrastructure Security: Packt
  • Mission Led Innovation: Designing a Sustainable Future: Imperial College London
  • PMI-ACP Exam Prep: Agile Execution & Leadership: EDUCBA
  • Sentiment Analysis with RNNs in Keras: EDUCBA
  • Build and Orchestrate Applications with Docker: EDUCBA
  • Accelerate Model Training with PyTorch 2.X: Packt
  • Process SAR & Multispectral: Coursera
  • IRBIZ: Incident Response for Business Professionals: CertNexus

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