Foundations of IT Support

Master hardware, software, and networking basics to confidently solve everyday technical problems from scratch.

4.8 (3,958) ⏱ 54 min 📚 9 lessons

About this course

Technology powers the modern world, but it constantly requires maintenance and troubleshooting. Becoming the person who knows how to fix these systems opens the door to a rewarding journey in the tech industry. This course will transform you from an everyday technology user into a capable problem-solver equipped with the foundational skills needed for technical support. What you'll learn: • Understand essential IT terminology, hardware components, and core technological concepts. • Master the basics of computer networking, IP addressing, and how the internet works. • Learn to navigate, configure, and troubleshoot major operating systems. • Apply structured problem-solving methodologies to resolve common hardware and software issues. • Practice basic system administration, software installation, and user management tasks. • Build a foundation in cybersecurity principles to protect devices and data safely. Through step-by-step guidance, you will explore the core areas of information technology, from understanding computer architecture to managing network connectivity. We focus on practical, real-world scenarios to build your technical confidence. Designed specifically for complete beginners, this course requires no prior technical experience or prerequisites. Start your journey into the world of technology today and learn how to keep systems running smoothly.

What you'll get

  • 📜 Certificate of completion
    Add it to your LinkedIn profile
  • 💬 Personal AI tutor
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  • ♾️ Lifetime access
    Come back anytime, no expiry
  • 📱 Phone or computer
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  • 💸 30-day refund
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  • Short & focused
    54 min of practical content

Reviews (14)

Citra Kirana ID
★ 3 · 2025-12-22T13:25:58+00:00

It's a good course if you have some prior knowledge. For absolute beginners, some concepts might be a bit challenging. The structure is logical, though.

Lucas Côté CA Verified learner
★ 4 · 2025-11-15T09:42:58+00:00

Overall a good course. Some parts were a bit rushed, but the core concepts were explained well. Useful for getting a foundation.

Ava White AU Verified learner
★ 3 · 2025-08-18T10:57:58+00:00

Pretty good foundation. The explanations were generally clear, and the structure made sense. I'd say it's a worthwhile course.

Nirosha Fernando LK
★ 5 · 2025-07-28T02:31:58+00:00

Solid course. It provided a good foundation. I'd prefer if some of the later modules had more challenging tasks, though.

Carlos Oliveira PT
★ 4 · 2025-06-01T18:54:58+00:00

Good foundational material. I appreciated the structured approach, although I wish there had been a few more real-world case studies.

خالد بن علي BH Verified learner
★ 5 · 2025-05-05T15:16:58+00:00

Good foundational material. The pace was generally good, though a few sections could have been expanded slightly. Useful nonetheless.

Olivia Tremblay CA Verified learner
★ 3 · 2025-04-02T01:57:58+00:00

It was a decent course overall. Some parts moved a bit fast for me, but the core concepts were explained well. Good for a foundational understanding.

Kateřina Pospíšilová CZ
★ 2 · 2025-03-12T11:28:58+00:00

A solid course overall. Some parts moved a bit quickly, but the supplementary materials helped. Good for gaining a foundational understanding.

Barbara Jankowska PL Verified learner
★ 4 · 2025-02-03T16:04:58+00:00

This course delivered exactly what I needed. The explanations were clear and concise. Big thumbs up!

วีระชัย สว่างศรี TH
★ 2 · 2025-01-09T08:27:58+00:00

It was decent. Covered the basics well enough, though I wish there were more hands-on examples. Good for a foundational understanding.

Светлана Павлова BY Verified learner
★ 5 · 2025-01-08T10:34:58+00:00

Good foundational course. Explained things clearly, but could have used more hands-on practice to solidify the learning.

Сергей Лебедев RU Verified learner
★ 4 · 2025-01-07T18:11:58+00:00

Pretty informative. The course covered the basics well, but some advanced topics felt a little glossed over. Good for getting started.

Uldis Ābols LV
★ 4 · 2025-01-01T06:15:58+00:00

Good foundational material. I liked the mix of theory and practice, though a couple of the examples could have been clearer. Overall a positive experience.

Fernanda Soto PA Verified learner
★ 4 · 2024-12-31T17:06:58+00:00

It was a pretty good course overall. Some parts moved a little fast for me, but the examples were generally helpful. Worth the time investment.

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