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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 Colorado System

    Fundamentals of Network Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Communications, OSI Models, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Network Routing, Network Architecture, Network Planning And Design, Computer Networking, System Programming, Data Integrity

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Web Development Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Data Persistence, Event-Driven Programming, HTML and CSS, Web Applications, Front-End Web Development, Semantic Web, Javascript, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Data Storage Technologies, Application Security, User Interface (UI), Data Validation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Digital Systems: From Logic Gates to Processors

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Architecture, Systems Design, Technical Design, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Digital Design, Hardware Architecture, Computer Hardware, Verification And Validation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Information Technology Fundamentals for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Cloud-Native Computing, Network Security, Linux Administration, Cloud Computing, Amazon Web Services, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Computing Architecture, Network Troubleshooting, Operating System Administration, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Storage, Linux Commands, Software-Defined Networking, User Accounts, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Monitoring, Threat Modeling, Cloud Services, Data Infrastructure

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Fundamentals of Digital Design for VLSI Chip Design

    Skills you'll gain: Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Computational Logic, Computer Architecture, Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Theoretical Computer Science, Programmable Logic Controllers, Microarchitecture, Electronic Systems, Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Data Storage, Data Storage Technologies

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Programming Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Algorithms, C (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Problem Solving, Solution Design

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Digital Literacy: Introduction to Using Computers

    Skills you'll gain: File Management, Computer Literacy, Microsoft Office, Email Security, Computer Hardware, Computer Security Awareness Training, Spreadsheet Software, digital literacy, Information Management, Safety and Security

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    TOTAL - CompTIA Tech+ (FC0-U71)

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Operating Systems, Desktop Support, Databases, Hardware Troubleshooting, Information Technology, Technical Support, Computer Systems, System Configuration, Information Systems Security, General Networking, Networking Hardware, Application Deployment, Wireless Networks, Security Awareness, Software Installation, Computer Networking, Computer Security Awareness Training, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices

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    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    NVIDIA

    The Fundamentals of RDMA Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Remote Access Systems, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, System Programming, Operating Systems, Hardware Architecture, Performance Tuning, Computer Hardware

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Cybersecurity Fundamentals with Cisco Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Business Continuity Planning, Incident Response, Risk Mitigation, Cyber Threat Hunting, Risk Management Framework, Cyber Risk, Risk Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Risk Analysis, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, IT Management, Vulnerability Management, Security Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Network Security, Cyber Security Policies, Business Risk Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Disaster Recovery

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Simplilearn

    Master Basics of Cybersecurity Fundamentals Training

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Exploitation techniques, Data Encryption Standard, Threat Modeling, Security Awareness, Cryptography, Cyber Attacks, Data Security, Databases, Malware Protection, Penetration Testing, AI Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Application Security, Security Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, SQL

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arm

    Computer Architecture Essentials on Arm

    Skills you'll gain: Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Simulations, Computer Hardware, Performance Tuning, Scalability, Data Storage

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Fundamentals of Network Communication: University of Colorado System
  • Web Development Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • Digital Systems: From Logic Gates to Processors: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Information Technology Fundamentals for Everyone: Illinois Tech
  • Fundamentals of Digital Design for VLSI Chip Design: L&T EduTech
  • Programming Fundamentals: Duke University
  • Digital Literacy: Introduction to Using Computers: Coursera
  • TOTAL - CompTIA Tech+ (FC0-U71): Packt
  • The Fundamentals of RDMA Programming: NVIDIA
  • Cybersecurity Fundamentals with Cisco Tools: Board Infinity

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