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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


  • P

    Packt

    Practical DevOps Bootcamp for All

    Skills you'll gain: Prometheus (Software), Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Docker (Software), Kubernetes, CI/CD, Containerization, DevOps, YAML, Grafana, GitHub, Devops Tools, Linux Commands, Linux, Cloud Infrastructure, Continuous Integration, Amazon Web Services, Linux Administration, Software Versioning, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    Java Core Review and Interview Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Memory Management, Software Design Patterns, Functional Design

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Learning and Development

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Microsoft Copilot, Generative AI, Training and Development, ChatGPT, Education Software and Technology, Training Programs, AI literacy, Developing Training Materials, AI Integrations, Innovation, Case Studies, Automation, Design Strategies, Program Evaluation

    ★ 4.3 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    Total Seminars

    Vulnerability Scanning Network Attacks

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Scanning, Metasploit, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Network Security, Vulnerability Management, Brute-force attacks, Exploitation techniques, Network Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting, Security Engineering, Network Analysis, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Data Manipulation

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Secure AI Systems Across Lifecycle Stages

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Threat Modeling, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Security Controls, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Security Testing, Secure Coding, Threat Management, Model Deployment, Data Security, Model Training, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Vulnerability Assessments, Application Lifecycle Management, Data Integrity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Justice and Equity in Technology Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Responsible AI, Disabilities, Innovation, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Diversity Awareness, Social Impact, Socioeconomics, Human Centered Design, Sustainable Systems, Policy Analysis, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Community Development, Public Policies, Technology Solutions, Data Ethics, Social Sciences, Policy Development, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

    ★ 4.9 (20) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    Simplilearn

    ROI-Driven Digital Marketing Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Data-Driven Marketing, Google Ads, Marketing Analytics, Web Analytics, Conversion Funnel Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Digital Marketing Campaigns, Marketing Effectiveness, Pay Per Click Advertising, Performance Measurement, Business Metrics, Meta Ads Manager, Google Analytics, Online Advertising, Marketing Budgets, Performance Metric, MarTech, Marketing Automation, AI Personalization

    ★ 4.2 (6) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    SQL Performance, Testing, and Data Integrity

    Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, Database Development, SQL, Database Management, Database Architecture and Administration, Test Script Development, Data Integrity, Query Languages, Performance Tuning, Continuous Deployment, Data Transformation, Data Migration, CI/CD, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Verification And Validation, Debugging, Auditing, Plan Execution, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Computer Graphic Techniques

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Desarrollo de Metaversos para todos

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Virtual Environment, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), 3D Assets, Game Design, Interaction Design, Interactive Design, Animations, Human Computer Interaction, Business Logic, Emerging Technologies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • A

    Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute

    Demystifying GenAI: Concepts and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, AI literacy, AI powered creativity, Case Studies, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • A

    Adobe

    Creative Process and Project Design with Adobe Illustrator

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Ideation, Conceptual Design, Design Strategies, Graphic and Visual Design, Visual Storytelling, Creativity, Workflow Management, Adobe Creative Cloud, Creative Design, Design, Graphic Design, Visual Design, Collaboration, Process Optimization

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • D

    Duke University

    Building a Bash Command-Line Tool

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Scripting, Unix Shell, Command-Line Interface, Scripting Languages, Code Reusability, Automation, DevOps

    ★ 4.7 (7) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Practical DevOps Bootcamp for All: Packt
  • Java Core Review and Interview Guide: Packt
  • GenAI for Learning and Development: Coursera
  • Vulnerability Scanning Network Attacks: Total Seminars
  • Secure AI Systems Across Lifecycle Stages: Coursera
  • Justice and Equity in Technology Policy: University of Michigan
  • ROI-Driven Digital Marketing Analytics: Simplilearn
  • SQL Performance, Testing, and Data Integrity: Coursera
  • Desarrollo de Metaversos para todos: Universidad de los Andes
  • Demystifying GenAI: Concepts and Applications: Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute

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