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What are basic computer skills? Basic computer skills refer to your ability to perform fundamental tasks on a computer. This can include understanding certain software, applications, programs, tools and more. Computer skills fall into two categories: software and hardware. Hardware refers to the computer's operation, whereas software involves the use of various programs and applications. The type of computer skills you'll be expected to have will depend on your industry. Typically, employers specify what types of computer skills they want their employees to have in their job postings. While this goes without saying, before you learn any specialized technical skills, at the very least you need a fundamental understanding of how to use a computer—ideally, both a Windows or Mac. There are many free resources online. Sites like Lifewire, for example, are very helpful in providing comprehensive tutorials. These days, it’s pretty common to find free (or affordable) computer training ...

classes for basic computer skills

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  Basic Online Computer Classes & Courses Here are some basic computer courses to help you improve your computer skills. LinkedIn Learning (Beginner Computer Skills Courses) LinkedIn is not just a professional social media platform, it is also a massive library of computer skills classes. A number of online reviews show LinkedIn Learning Center to be one of the best places for people to build their basic computer skills.  Also, if you haven’t already built a LinkedIn Profile, doing so will help you become acquainted with some critical computer skills to boost your professional career (as well as help you connect with peers and potential employers). To sign up, begin here and follow the directions for setting up your free account. LinkedIn Learning (Career Paths) These courses prepare you for jobs that are expected to have the greatest number of job openings, have had steady growth over the past four years, pay a livable wage, and require skills tha...