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About the Course

In this course -- through a combination of video lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on practice -- you’ll learn about the main components of an operating system and how to perform critical tasks like managing software and users, and configuring hardware. By the end of this course you’ll be able to: ● navigate the Windows and Linux filesystems using a graphical user interface and command line interpreter ● set up users, groups, and permissions for account access ● install, configure, and remove software on the Windows and Linux operating systems ● configure disk partitions and filesystems ● understand how system processes work and how to manage them ● work with system logs and remote connection tools ● utilize operating system knowledge to troubleshoot common issues in an IT Support Specialist role...

Top reviews

JA

Jun 21, 2019

Great course, lots of very challenging and useful information. You'll learn about Linux and some of the inner workings of Windows, plus lots of tools and programs that are really useful. Great course!

BO

Apr 1, 2019

This is my most favorite module module, especially the Linux, which is my all time favorite OS ever enjoy learning, working Programing, and configuring, and will continue enjoying til the end of time.

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By Mark I M

Feb 9, 2023

very informative and you can learn more about OS and virtual machines

By Kuma A

Apr 9, 2022

sorry this lab is so diffucult and there is an error wihin start lab"

By Vincent G L

Apr 2, 2022

My favorite course so far. Hands on learning with Bash has been fun.

By Shaifudin B B

Jul 3, 2021

Very useful modules for all who are interested in IT! Start typing :D

By OLABIYI O

Feb 7, 2021

The course was quite interesting and challenging, especially the labs

By Yashoda D S J

Feb 7, 2021

I'm very satisfied about this course,course content and all lectures.

By OA39

Dec 21, 2020

lovely course that makes you understand better how your machine workS

By Javier V

Dec 20, 2020

amazing classes by the team! I cannot wait until I take the next one!

By Francis K D

Nov 9, 2020

Cindy is an amazing tutor. I enjoy the course with her. Thanks Cindy!

By Marvin B P

Oct 24, 2020

me encanto el contenido de este curso, practico con problemas reales.

By CASH M

Sep 28, 2020

Very empowering course! I have leveled up! Thanks Cindy and Coursera!

By Rohit M

Sep 20, 2020

Best course for great and deeper knowledge about Windows and linux os

By Aditya K

Jun 28, 2020

Gained a lot of information about different types of operating system

By Brian J R

Jun 5, 2020

The mock interview was really good. You should include more of those.

By Emmanuel O

May 23, 2020

I didn't know any of this stuff and I love it when I learn new stuff!

By Tony w

Feb 23, 2020

I love the course, the material and the Instructor. I feel empowered!

By Lawrence C

Oct 13, 2019

Great course, have a lot to learn for using Windows and Linux suystem

By Amy L

Sep 7, 2019

IT DEFINITELY WILL CHALLENGE YOU AND YOU WILL BE THANKFUL LATER ON!!!

By Hayley H

Jan 25, 2019

I loved learning from the instructor, Cindy. She was a great teacher!

By Mark R

Aug 6, 2018

A lot of really good information, take good notes to keep up with it.

By Alex R L

May 28, 2018

I learned a lot, especially Linux, but even a little Windows as well.

By Jon S

Apr 16, 2018

I learned a lot in this lab. I liked the labs more then just quizzes.

By Beniamin T

Apr 5, 2018

Very parfait! Thanks a lot for all the grat stuff you shared with us!

By Tarlan G

Jan 9, 2024

Great course for studying operating systems and how to navigate them

By Danial a

Apr 26, 2023

Fantastic, I Learned tons of new concepts definitely worth the time!