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Beginner Computer Courses

Beginner computer courses can help you learn basic operating system navigation, file management, internet browsing, and word processing. You can build skills in spreadsheet creation, email communication, and online research techniques. Many courses introduce tools like Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and various web applications, showing how these skills are applied in everyday tasks and professional settings.

Popular Beginner Computer Courses and Certifications


  • U

    Universidad de Palermo

    Introducción a la gastronomía

    Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Food Services, Purchasing, Hospitality and Food Services, Food Safety and Sanitation, Supply Management, Cost Management, Hospitality, Cost Control, Procurement, Operating Cost, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Hospitality Management, Restaurant Management, Restaurant Operation, Strategic Sourcing, Production Process, Service Design, Business Analysis, Market Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • E

    EDUCBA

    Chef Infrastructure Automation & DevOps Configuration

    Skills you'll gain: Chef (Configuration Management Tool), Scalability, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Apache, Devops Tools, IT Automation, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtual Machines, Amazon Web Services, IT Infrastructure, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Software Configuration Management, Cloud Management, Application Deployment, Cloud Computing, Nginx, Full-Stack Web Development, Servers, Ruby (Programming Language), Software Installation

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    CertNexus

    IRBIZ: Incident Response for Business Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Incident Management, Cyber Risk, Risk Management Framework, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Security, Federal Information Security Management Act, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, Computer Security, Network Security, Sarbanes Oxley Act (SOX) Compliance, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • G

    Google Cloud

    Smart Analytics, Machine Learning, and AI on GCP - Italiano

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Model Deployment, Unstructured Data, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Big Data, Data Pipelines, Machine Learning Methods, Model Training, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Cloud Platforms, Jupyter, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Natural Language Processing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Containerization and Kubernetes for DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Kubernetes, Containerization, YAML, DevOps, Devops Tools, Application Deployment, Command-Line Interface, Flask (Web Framework), Cloud Deployment, Scalability, Load Balancing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • R

    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    Infraestructura: Tecnologías Detrás de Recintos Inteligentes

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Building Information Modeling, Energy and Utilities, Sustainable Technologies, Real Time Data, Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Business, Enterprise Architecture, Data Infrastructure, Sustainable Systems, AI Security, Infrastructure Architecture, Facility Management, Network Infrastructure, Architectural Engineering, Facility Management and Maintenance, Wireless Networks, Security Controls, Digital Transformation, Systems Integration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Support & Reporting

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Report Writing, Business Reporting, Technical Support, IT Management, Data Analysis, Help Desk Support, Product Support, Data Literacy, AI literacy, System Support, Technical Communication, Data Presentation, Analytical Skills, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Self Service Technologies, Problem Solving

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    Total Seminars

    Securing the Network

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), IT Security Architecture, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Hardening, Network Monitoring, Firewall, Network Administration, Remote Access Systems, Network Architecture, Network Planning And Design, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Engineering, Security Controls, Security Management, Threat Detection, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Awareness, Encryption

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Scale in the Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Analytical Skills, Amazon S3, Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Storage, Public Cloud, Cloud Computing, Cloud Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Storage Technologies, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Storage, Scalability, Performance Testing, Data Management, Application Lifecycle Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Security Architecture & Network Access Control

    Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Network Security, Endpoint Security, Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Infrastructure Security, Network Architecture, Computer Security, User Provisioning, Authorization (Computing), Cryptographic Protocols, Cryptography, Firewall, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Single Sign-On (SSO), Network Protocols, Communication Systems

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Analyze and Apply Statistical Methods Using Minitab

    Skills you'll gain: Minitab, Process Capability, Statistical Process Controls, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Plot (Graphics), Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Visualization, Process Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Probability Distribution, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Performance Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Amp It Up: Leadership for Business Growth

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Strategies, Competitive Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Market Share, Drive Engagement, Culture Transformation, Business Leadership, Employee Engagement, Scalability, Business Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Entrepreneurship, Leadership Development, Leadership, Team Management, Growth Mindedness, Business Management, Business Administration, Entrepreneurial Finance

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Introducción a la gastronomía: Universidad de Palermo
  • Chef Infrastructure Automation & DevOps Configuration: EDUCBA
  • IRBIZ: Incident Response for Business Professionals: CertNexus
  • Smart Analytics, Machine Learning, and AI on GCP - Italiano: Google Cloud
  • Containerization and Kubernetes for DevOps: Packt
  • Infraestructura: Tecnologías Detrás de Recintos Inteligentes: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
  • Support & Reporting: Coursera
  • Securing the Network: Total Seminars
  • Scale in the Cloud: Coursera
  • Security Architecture & Network Access Control: John Wiley & Sons

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