Operating Systems Basics

Category

Information Technology

Difficulty

Beginner
Free Course

Operating Systems Basics

This is a free, 12-hour course for beginners, offered in a self-paced format so you can learn whenever it suits you.

Every smart device uses an operating system (OS) -- smart devices like personal computers, smartphones, game consoles, smart TVs, and the list continues. Whether the OS used is Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, or iOS, knowing how it works is a key digital skill you will need. Take this course to build your foundational knowledge for success in any IT career. Operating Systems Basics teaches the fundamentals of operating systems. It covers basic concepts and skills needed to understand the purpose and characteristics of operating systems, the implementation of basic OS security, and how to configure mobile device network connectivity and email.