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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


  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    When to Regulate? The Digital Divide and Net Neutrality

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Network Performance Management, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, General Networking, Public Policies, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cyber Governance, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Business Economics, Socioeconomics, Economics, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Telecommunications, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Technical Writing

    Build toward a degree

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    M

    Microsoft

    Building multi-agent systems

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Containerization, Scalability, Docker (Software), AI Orchestration, Application Deployment, Kubernetes, Azure Active Directory, AI Integrations, System Monitoring, AI Workflows, Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft 365, Generative AI Agents, Enterprise Architecture, Microsoft Azure, Agentic Workflows, AI Security, Enterprise Security

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    E

    EDUCBA

    Design and Assemble a Kids Bicycle Using SolidWorks

    Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Assembly Drawing, 3D Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Design Software, Engineering Design Process, Drafting and Engineering Design, Mechanical Design, Software Visualization, Animations, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Introduction to Semiconductor Process 1

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Process Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Production Process, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Equipment decontamination

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    50 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    P

    Packt

    Deep Dive into iOS & SwiftUI: 80-Hour Project Course

    Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Swift Programming, Apple iOS, Core Data (Software), Interactive Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Data Persistence, Test Driven Development (TDD), Mobile Development, Application Design, Application Deployment, Animation and Game Design, Plot (Graphics), User Interface (UI), UI Components, Machine Learning Software, Software Architecture, Performance Tuning, Code Reusability, Data Integration

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Cryptography: Learn Public Key Infrastructure from Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Key Management, Encryption, Windows Servers, Cryptographic Protocols, Infrastructure Security, Web Servers, Active Directory, Digital Communications, Microsoft Servers, Network Infrastructure, Authentications, Server Administration, System Configuration, Data Integrity, Data Migration

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    E

    EDUCBA

    Master Photoshop CC: Apply Smart Selection & Design Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Typography, Color Matching, AI powered creativity, Adobe Creative Cloud, Graphical Tools, Creative Design, Graphics Software

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Threat Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Threat Modeling, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Detection, Exploitation techniques, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Event Monitoring, Computer Security Incident Management, Malware Protection, Network Analysis, Anomaly Detection, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Network Protocols

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    36 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Packt

    Advanced Git and GitHub Features

    Skills you'll gain: Code Review, Web Presence, Software Documentation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Y

    Yale University

    Anatomy of the Head and Spine

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    46 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    F

    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    Practical Steps for Building Fair AI Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Algorithms, LLM Application, Predictive Modeling, AI literacy, Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning, Decision Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Record Keeping, Data Collection, Diversity Awareness, Health Equity, Model Evaluation, Case Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
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    D

    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Accelerate Your Learning with ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Multimodal Prompts, Creative Thinking, AI Personalization, AI literacy, ChatGPT, Ideation, Creativity, Learning Strategies, Curiosity, Critical Thinking, Generative AI, Image Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Constructive Feedback, Artificial Neural Networks

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    556 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • When to Regulate? The Digital Divide and Net Neutrality: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Building multi-agent systems: Microsoft
  • Design and Assemble a Kids Bicycle Using SolidWorks: EDUCBA
  • Introduction to Semiconductor Process 1: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Deep Dive into iOS & SwiftUI: 80-Hour Project Course: Packt
  • Cryptography: Learn Public Key Infrastructure from Scratch: Packt
  • Master Photoshop CC: Apply Smart Selection & Design Tools: EDUCBA
  • Threat Analysis: Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • Advanced Git and GitHub Features: Packt
  • Anatomy of the Head and Spine: Yale University

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