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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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    Duke University

    Python and Rust with Linux Command Line Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Serverless Computing, Command-Line Interface, Maintainability, Amazon Web Services, Linux Commands, Application Deployment, Software Development Tools, Program Development, System Programming, Python Programming, Performance Tuning, Debugging, Software Testing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    Adobe Illustrator Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Color Theory, Graphics Software, Design Elements And Principles, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Software, Typography, Logo Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphical Tools, Adobe Creative Cloud, Layout Design, Creativity

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Concurrent and Parallel Programming in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Tuning, Python Programming, OS Process Management, Data Processing, Scalability, Database Management

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    New Product Development - develop your own new product

    Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Project Risk Management, Product Management, Risk Management, Agile Project Management, Project Management, Innovation, Project Planning, Scheduling, Cost Management, Resource Management, Business Strategy, Simulation and Simulation Software

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    ISC2

    Security Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Configuration Management, Cybersecurity, Computer Security Awareness Training, Data Security, Security Controls, Security Management, Event Monitoring, Encryption, Network Security, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Security Policies, Security Strategy, System Monitoring, General Networking, Cryptography, Data Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Alberta

    Prediction and Control with Function Approximation

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Feature Engineering, Artificial Neural Networks, Pseudocode, Algorithms, Probability Distribution, Linear Algebra

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Generative AI in HR - Impact and Application of Gen AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, HR Tech, Employee Engagement, Human Resources, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Talent Recruitment, Talent Acquisition, Human Resource Strategy, Recruitment, Trend Analysis, Employee Training, Employee Retention, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Workforce Development, Workforce Planning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Network Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Systems

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    Name Your Brand & Design a Strong Logo with ChatGPT + Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Logo Design, Prompt Engineering, Brainstorming, Brand Strategy, Branding, Graphic and Visual Design, ChatGPT, Color Theory, Target Audience, Creativity, Typography

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    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Networking in Google Cloud: Load Balancing

    Skills you'll gain: Load Balancing, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Networking, Cloud Computing, Cloud Management, Network Performance Management, Performance Tuning, Cloud Security, TCP/IP, Scalability

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Whizlabs

    Exam Prep: AWS Certified Advanced Networking Specialty

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon CloudWatch, Network Troubleshooting, Continuous Monitoring, Identity and Access Management, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Encryption, Network Security, System Monitoring, Virtual Networking, Network Routing, Network Architecture, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Network Administration, Amazon Web Services, Security Controls, Network Planning And Design, Cloud Security, Network Infrastructure, AWS CloudFormation

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    برمجة Java: المصفوفات، والقوائم، والبيانات المصنفة

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, File I/O, Algorithms, Data Structures, Encryption, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Data Preprocessing, Cryptography, Web Applications, Debugging

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Python and Rust with Linux Command Line Tools: Duke University
  • Adobe Illustrator Essentials: Skillshare
  • Concurrent and Parallel Programming in Python: Packt
  • New Product Development - develop your own new product: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
  • Security Operations: ISC2
  • Prediction and Control with Function Approximation: University of Alberta
  • Generative AI in HR - Impact and Application of Gen AI: Board Infinity
  • Network Operations: Google
  • Name Your Brand & Design a Strong Logo with ChatGPT + Canva: Skillshare
  • Networking in Google Cloud: Load Balancing: Google Cloud

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