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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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    Infosec

    Introduction to Privacy - Part 3

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Information Privacy, Continuous Monitoring, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Information Assurance, Security Controls, Threat Management, Security Strategy, Incident Response, Data Loss Prevention, Incident Management, Data Management, Auditing, Audit Planning, Continuous Improvement Process, Business Metrics

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Amazon Web Services

    Serverless Architectures on AWS

    Skills you'll gain: AWS CloudFormation, Serverless Computing, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Amazon Web Services, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Infrastructure, Event-Driven Programming, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Management, Authentications, Amazon S3, Application Deployment, Automation, Amazon DynamoDB, Scalability, Authorization (Computing)

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    H2O.ai

    Large Language Models

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Model Evaluation, Fine-tuning, Collaborative Software, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Optimization, Generative AI, Data Management, Model Training, Data Preprocessing, Generative Model Architectures, Natural Language Processing, Data Validation, Data Cleansing, Applied Machine Learning, Transfer Learning, Verification And Validation

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    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Foundations of Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Command-Line Interface, Ubuntu, Linux, Linux Administration, grep, Linux Commands, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, File Systems, Software Installation, File Management, Virtual Environment, Open Source Technology

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    IA en el Deporte: El Enfoque de un Club

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Performance Analysis, Automation, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Technology Strategies, Personalized Service, Innovation, Internet Of Things, Machine Learning, Digital Transformation, Deep Learning, Analytical Skills, Predictive Analytics, Big Data, Health Technology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Data Security, User Experience

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Marketing in the Age of AI

    Skills you'll gain: Online Advertising, LLM Application, AI Enablement, Branding, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning Algorithms

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Advanced Linux Administration and Shell Scripting

    Skills you'll gain: Shell Script, Linux, Package and Software Management, Linux Administration, Linux Commands, Linux Servers, Unix Shell, Unix, Bash (Scripting Language), Systems Administration, Operating System Administration, Hardening, Unix Commands, Patch Management, Scripting Languages, Scripting, System Monitoring, User Accounts, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Process Management

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Building Applications with Blazor Server & WASM

    Skills you'll gain: Application Programming Interface (API), Web Applications, Restful API, UI Components, Back-End Web Development, Object-Relational Mapping, Data Modeling, Data Validation, Data Mapping

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Advanced Kitbashing and Prop Creation

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Computer Graphic Techniques, Model Optimization, Simulations, Aesthetics

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Skillshare

    Create Effects for Tiktok: Effect House for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented Reality, TikTok, Animations, Scripting, Debugging, No-Code Development, Interaction Design, Digital Publishing, Computational Logic

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Advanced SwiftUI, MVVM, and App Design Patterns

    Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, iOS Development, Swift Programming, Test Driven Development (TDD), Mobile Development, Cross Platform Development, Unit Testing, Application Design, Development Testing, Knowledge of Apple Software, Application Development, User Interface (UI), UI Components, User Interface (UI) Design, Software Design Patterns, Software Architecture, Code Reusability, Maintainability

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pragmatic AI Labs

    GitHub: Governing AI-Generated Code

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub Copilot, AI Security, Code Review, Secure Coding, Anthropic Claude, Security Testing, LLM Application, OpenAI API, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Verification And Validation, AI Workflows, Generative AI Agents, Responsible AI, Vulnerability Scanning, AI Enablement, Model Evaluation, GitHub, Application Security

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction to Privacy - Part 3: Infosec
  • Serverless Architectures on AWS: Amazon Web Services
  • Large Language Models: H2O.ai
  • Foundations of Linux: Packt
  • IA en el Deporte: El Enfoque de un Club: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
  • Marketing in the Age of AI: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Advanced Linux Administration and Shell Scripting: Packt
  • Building Applications with Blazor Server & WASM: Packt
  • Advanced Kitbashing and Prop Creation: Packt
  • Create Effects for Tiktok: Effect House for Beginners: Skillshare

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