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    Study operating system principles for managing computer resources. Learn about process management, memory management, and file systems.

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      Google

      IT Security: Defense against the digital dark arts

      Skills you'll gain: Information Systems Security, Network Security, Computer Security, Application Security, Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Encryption, Data Security, Cryptography, Security Strategy, Information Technology, Security Management, Authorization (Computing), Threat Management, Firewall, Identity and Access Management, Threat Detection, Hardening, Malware Protection

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      25K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Generative AI with Large Language Models

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning, Tensorflow, Python Programming, Applied Machine Learning, Scalability, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, Application Deployment, Reinforcement Learning, Performance Tuning, Performance Metric

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.4K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Google Cloud Fundamentals: Core Infrastructure

      Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Prompt Engineering, Kubernetes, Containerization, Cloud Storage, Cloud Services, Identity and Access Management, Application Deployment, Virtual Machines, Cloud Computing, Application Development, Generative AI, Network Infrastructure, NoSQL, Scalability

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      49K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Human Resource Management: HR for People Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Management, Performance Appraisal, Performance Review, Compensation Management, Compensation Strategy, Compensation and Benefits, Constructive Feedback, Workforce Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Employee Onboarding, Recruitment, Employee Performance Management, Recruitment Strategies, Human Capital, Compensation Analysis, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources Management and Planning, People Management, Job Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      15K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      Introduction to Databases

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Database Management Systems, SQL, Relational Databases, Databases, MySQL, Database Administration, Data Integrity, Query Languages, Data Manipulation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Connect and Protect: Networks and Network Security

      Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Hardening, Network Protocols, Network Architecture, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, TCP/IP, Vulnerability Assessments, Computer Networking, Cybersecurity, Network Infrastructure, Firewall, Cloud Computing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Introduction to Computers

      Skills you'll gain: Business Software, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Generative AI, Operating Systems, Data Storage Technologies, Data Loss Prevention, Computer Systems, Enterprise Security, Information Technology, OS Process Management, Computer Architecture, System Configuration, Microsoft Windows, Technical Support, Servers, Cybersecurity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      764 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Databases and SQL for Data Science with Python

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Databases, Stored Procedure, Relational Databases, Database Design, Query Languages, Database Management, Data Analysis, Jupyter, Data Manipulation, Pandas (Python Package), Python Programming, Transaction Processing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      22K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Tools for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Data Visualization Software, Data Science, GitHub, Big Data, R Programming, Statistical Programming, Application Programming Interface (API), Machine Learning, Cloud Computing, Git (Version Control System), Other Programming Languages, Version Control, Query Languages, Python Programming

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      30K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Hebrew University of Jerusalem

      Build a Modern Computer from First Principles: Nand to Tetris Part II (project-centered course)

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Architecture, Computer Programming, System Software, Virtual Machines, Operating Systems, Software Architecture, Algorithms, Software Design, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, System Implementation, Computer Graphics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      527 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Primeros Auxilios Psicológicos (PAP)

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Intervention, Emergency Response, First Aid, Pediatrics, De-escalation Techniques, Stress Management, Disabilities, Trauma Care, Mental Health, Cultural Sensitivity, Working With Children, Child Development, Interpersonal Communications

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      11K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      IBM Applied DevOps Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Istio, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Continuous Integration, Agile Software Development, Application Deployment, Test Driven Development (TDD), Gherkin (Scripting Language), Jenkins, Kubernetes, Code Coverage, OpenShift, Cloud Applications, Containerization, Agile Methodology, Behavior-Driven Development, DevOps, Secure Coding, Grafana, System Monitoring

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular operating system courses

    • IT Security: Defense against the digital dark arts : Google
    • Generative AI with Large Language Models: DeepLearning.AI
    • Google Cloud Fundamentals: Core Infrastructure: Google Cloud
    • Human Resource Management: HR for People Managers: University of Minnesota
    • Introduction to Databases: Meta
    • Connect and Protect: Networks and Network Security: Google
    • Introduction to Computers: Microsoft
    • Databases and SQL for Data Science with Python: IBM
    • Tools for Data Science: IBM
    • Build a Modern Computer from First Principles: Nand to Tetris Part II (project-centered course): Hebrew University of Jerusalem

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