This course has been designed for individuals seeking entry-level positions in IT support. Whether you're a recent graduate, a career changer, or someone looking to kickstart your career in the tech industry, it will provide you with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in the field of IT support.

Introduction to Computers

Introduction to Computers
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Instructor: Microsoft
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What you'll learn
Identify key computer components including CPU, memory, storage, and peripherals
Explain how operating systems manage processes, memory, and hardware interactions
Describe enterprise systems including servers, storage, and computing environments
Understand how security, hardware, and software work together in IT systems
Skills you'll gain
- Enterprise Security
- Data Storage
- Computer Architecture
- Cybersecurity
- Data Maintenance
- Data Loss Prevention
- Computer Systems
- Computer Hardware
- Solution Architecture
- Data Storage Technologies
- OS Process Management
- Information Technology
- Hardware Architecture
- Technical Support and Services
- Servers
- System Configuration
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- Learn new concepts from industry experts
- Gain a foundational understanding of a subject or tool
- Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
- Earn a shareable career certificate from Microsoft

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Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025
This course it taught in a way that allows for the fundamentals to break through and your mind retains the knowledge through different life applications.
Reviewed on Dec 9, 2024
To basic, almost follows the google IT Cert path would like to see more up to date learning resources.
Reviewed on May 11, 2025
Introduction to computing is nice course.
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