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Learn more about the skills and certifications you need for a career in IT support, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and more.

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What Is a CPU?

Learn what a central processing unit (CPU) is, how it enables a computer to function through the instruction cycle process, and the factors that influence CPU speed.

August 21, 2023

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[Featured image] A person in a gray hoodie sits at their desk and launches BIOS on their desktop computer.

What Is BIOS?

Every time your computer boots up, it relies on BIOS to ensure everything is working properly. Learn more about this firmware and what you can do with BIOS.

August 21, 2023

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[Featured image] Two coworkers sit on a wooden bench and collaborate using Active Directory on a laptop.

What Is Active Directory?

Learn about Active Directory and how it’s used in organizations to group objects, grant permissions, and manage networks and information.

August 21, 2023

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[Featured image] A person in a blue shirt sits at a desk next to a window and works with code on a laptop and secondary monitor.

What Is a CPU?

Learn what a central processing unit (CPU) is, how it enables a computer to function through the instruction cycle process, and the factors that influence CPU speed.

August 21, 2023

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[Featured image] A person in a gray hoodie sits at their desk and launches BIOS on their desktop computer.

What Is BIOS?

Every time your computer boots up, it relies on BIOS to ensure everything is working properly. Learn more about this firmware and what you can do with BIOS.

August 21, 2023

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Explore popular IT courses

IBM

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Technical Support, Technical Support and Services, Cloud Services, Cybersecurity, Computing Platforms, Hardware Troubleshooting, Computer Hardware, IT Service Management, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Troubleshooting, Peripheral Devices, Encryption, Data Storage, Software Development Life Cycle, Professional Networking, Information Technology, Cloud Computing, Interviewing Skills

4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
11K reviews

Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Akamai Technologies, Inc.

Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Security, Incident Response, Network Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Security Management, Penetration Testing, Cybersecurity, Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Firewall, Identity and Access Management, Hardening, Threat Detection, Disaster Recovery, Multi-Factor Authentication, Public Key Infrastructure, Mobile Security, Wireless Networks

4.9
Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
16 reviews

Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Amazon Web Services

Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Command-Line Interface, Amazon CloudWatch, AWS CloudFormation, Root Cause Analysis, Amazon DynamoDB, Network Troubleshooting, Amazon Web Services, Customer Relationship Management, Software Architecture, IT Automation, Linux Commands, Cloud Computing, Linux, Amazon S3, Scalability, Scripting, Cloud Infrastructure, Web Applications

4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
6.2K reviews

Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

[Featured image] A cybersecurity analyst is working at home while researching about hardening.

What Is Hardening?

Hardening is an IT security practice organizations use to make attacking a system “harder.” In this article, discover what hardening is and its benefits.

August 18, 2023

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[Featured image] Two cybersecurity analysts are learning about social engineering.

What Is Social Engineering?

Social engineering presents a cybersecurity threat to individuals and businesses. Learn what’s involved and how identifying different types of social engineering can help keep your data safe.

August 18, 2023

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[Featured image] A learner is researching about authentication on their laptop.

What Is Authentication?

Learn about authentication, its purpose, and how it identifies users for a server or client.

August 17, 2023

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[Featured image] A learner is researching different patch panels.

What Is A Patch Panel?

Learn how a patch panel can help you organize and manage cables.

August 14, 2023

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[Featured image] An IT support specialist is learning about DHCP while sitting on the couch with their dog.

What Is DHCP?

DHCP is a network protocol used to automate the configuration of devices on IP networks. Learn why DHCP is used and its three main components.

July 26, 2023

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[Featured Image] Two hands hover over a colorful light-up keyboard sitting on a galaxy-printed desk mat next to a computer mouse.

What Is Linux? Commands Glossary and FAQ

Familiarize yourself with essential Linux commands, components, and use cases in this guide.

July 25, 2023

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[Featured Image] Two people examine a laptop screen together in an office environment.

Unix vs. Linux Comparison Guide

Compare and contrast Unix vs. Linux in this guide covering use cases, components, features, and more.

July 25, 2023

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[Featured image] An IT professional is learning about load balancing.

What Is Load Balancing?

Learn more about load balancing and why understanding it could be an important part of your IT support kit.

July 25, 2023

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[Featured image] An IT support specialist is using a powershell to interact with a command-line interface.

What Is PowerShell?

PowerShell is a tool that allows IT professionals to interact with a command-line interface and automate tasks. It can also function as a scripting language. Read on to learn more about the range of functionality that PowerShell offers.

July 24, 2023

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[Featured image] Two coworkers sit on a wooden bench and collaborate using Active Directory on a laptop.

What Is Active Directory?

Learn about Active Directory and how it’s used in organizations to group objects, grant permissions, and manage networks and information.

August 21, 2023

Article

[Featured image] A cybersecurity analyst is working at home while researching about hardening.

What Is Hardening?

Hardening is an IT security practice organizations use to make attacking a system “harder.” In this article, discover what hardening is and its benefits.

August 18, 2023

Article

[Featured image] Two cybersecurity analysts are learning about social engineering.

What Is Social Engineering?

Social engineering presents a cybersecurity threat to individuals and businesses. Learn what’s involved and how identifying different types of social engineering can help keep your data safe.

August 18, 2023

Article

[Featured image] A learner is researching about authentication on their laptop.

What Is Authentication?

Learn about authentication, its purpose, and how it identifies users for a server or client.

August 17, 2023

Article

[Featured image] A learner is researching different patch panels.

What Is A Patch Panel?

Learn how a patch panel can help you organize and manage cables.

August 14, 2023

Article

[Featured image] An IT support specialist is learning about DHCP while sitting on the couch with their dog.

What Is DHCP?

DHCP is a network protocol used to automate the configuration of devices on IP networks. Learn why DHCP is used and its three main components.

July 26, 2023

Article

[Featured Image] Two hands hover over a colorful light-up keyboard sitting on a galaxy-printed desk mat next to a computer mouse.

What Is Linux? Commands Glossary and FAQ

Familiarize yourself with essential Linux commands, components, and use cases in this guide.

July 25, 2023

Article

[Featured Image] Two people examine a laptop screen together in an office environment.

Unix vs. Linux Comparison Guide

Compare and contrast Unix vs. Linux in this guide covering use cases, components, features, and more.

July 25, 2023

Article

[Featured image] An IT professional is learning about load balancing.

What Is Load Balancing?

Learn more about load balancing and why understanding it could be an important part of your IT support kit.

July 25, 2023

Article

[Featured image] An IT support specialist is using a powershell to interact with a command-line interface.

What Is PowerShell?

PowerShell is a tool that allows IT professionals to interact with a command-line interface and automate tasks. It can also function as a scripting language. Read on to learn more about the range of functionality that PowerShell offers.

July 24, 2023

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The world of IT offers a variety of career paths in diverse industries. An IT professional can specialize in cybersecurity to keep computers and businesses safe, cloud computing to make information easier to access, or in help desk roles to assist in the everyday functions of an organization. With so many options and opportunities available, it can be tricky to know where to start. On Coursera, you'll find expert resources to support your goals, whether you're just starting out or are ready to take the next step in your career. Explore information technology topics, including:

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