Computer Hardware

Computer Hardware refers to the physical components that make up a computer system. Coursera's Computer Hardware catalogue equips you with a comprehensive understanding of the workings of computer hardware, from motherboards, processors, and memory to data storage devices and peripheral equipment. You'll learn about the design and function of these components, how they interact with each other and with software, and how to troubleshoot and maintain them. By mastering these topics, you'll gain valuable skills applicable in roles such as IT support, systems engineering, and hardware design, and for anyone seeking to deepen their knowledge in this fundamental aspect of computing technology.
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    University of California, Irvine

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Application Programming Interface (API), TCP/IP, Electronics, Control Systems, Embedded Systems, USB, Networking Hardware, Electronic Systems, Hardware Design, Digital Communications, Computer Hardware, Python Programming, Servers

  • Status: Free

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Computer Science, Computer Architecture, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Computational Logic, Computational Thinking, Java Programming, Computer Hardware

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Internet Of Things, System Software, Peripheral Devices, C (Programming Language), Software Architecture, Simulations, Development Environment, Debugging, Systems Integration

  • Status: Preview

    Skills you'll gain: Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Computer Hardware, Computer Systems, Embedded Systems, Data Storage, Computer Programming, C (Programming Language), C# (Programming Language)

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    Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Mobile Security, Networking Hardware, Hardware Troubleshooting, USB, Computer Hardware, System Configuration, Peripheral Devices, Computer Displays, Data Storage

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Infrastructure Security, Data Science, Embedded Systems, General Networking, Network Planning And Design, Big Data, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Platforms, Computer Hardware

  • Status: Preview

    Skills you'll gain: File Management, Computer Literacy, Microsoft Office, Email Security, Computer Hardware, Computer Security Awareness Training, Spreadsheet Software, Information Management, Safety and Security, Cybersecurity

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    Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Creative Cloud, Graphic Design, System Configuration, Graphic and Visual Design, Adobe Photoshop, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Creativity, Computer Hardware, Peripheral Devices

  • Status: Free Trial

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Business Technologies, Complex Problem Solving, Digital Transformation, Technology Strategies, Case Studies, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Business Intelligence, Strategic Thinking, AI Product Strategy, Customer Insights, Technology Solutions, Generative AI, Emerging Technologies, Responsible AI, Machine Learning, B2B Sales, Hardware Architecture, Computer Hardware, Business Research

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    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Hardware Architecture, Infrastructure Architecture, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Computer Hardware, Cloud Computing Architecture, Performance Tuning, Cloud Platforms, Artificial Intelligence

  • Status: Free Trial

    Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, TCP/IP, Systems Administration, Network Troubleshooting, IT Infrastructure, File Systems, Information Systems Security, OSI Models, Network Security, Network Protocols, Hardening, Cybersecurity, Microsoft Windows, Application Security, Operating Systems, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Technical Support, Computer Hardware, Computer Networking, Information Technology

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    Skills you'll gain: Mainframe Computing, z/OS, Virtualization, IBM Cloud, Virtual Machines, Hardware Architecture, Infrastructure Architecture, Enterprise Security, Computer Security, Computer Systems, Computer Hardware, Cryptography

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