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[Computer Basics](https://learning.kinber.org/digital-essentials?hsLang=en#computer-basics) May 28, 2026 # Computer Basics: Understanding Devices, Operating Systems, and Getting Started ## Beginner-friendly lessons covering computer parts, using a mouse and keyboard, operating systems, laptops, smartphones, and basic device navigation. ### **Some of the sessions include:** | **Topic** | **Description** | **Duration** | | --- | --- | --- | | [**About This Tutorial**](https://www.learnfree.org/series/computer-basics) | Learn what's covered in this free course. | 2 min | | [**What is a Computer?**](https://www.learnfree.org/series/computer-basics) | Learn what a computer is and how it functions. | 5 min | | [**Basic Parts of a Computer**](https://www.learnfree.org/series/computer-basics) | Learn the basic parts of a computer, including the monitor, computer case, and keyboard. | 5 min | | [**Buttons and Ports on a Computer**](https://www.learnfree.org/series/computer-basics) | Learn the various ports and buttons on a computer. | 5 min | | [**Inside a Computer**](https://www.learnfree.org/series/computer-basics) | Learn what's inside a computer. | 5 min |   Start learning now: [click here](https://www.learnfree.org/series/computer-basics)   - [Devices & Internet Access](https://learning.kinber.org/devices-internet-access?hsLang=en#main-content) - [Free & Low-Cost Computers](https://learning.kinber.org/devices-internet-access?hsLang=en#free-low-cost-computers) - [Artificial intelligence (AI)](https://learning.kinber.org/artificial-intelligence-ai?hsLang=en#main-content) - [Using AI tools for everyday tasks](https://learning.kinber.org/artificial-intelligence-ai?hsLang=en#using-ai-tools-for-everyday-tasks) - [Digital Essentials](https://learning.kinber.org/digital-essentials?hsLang=en#main-content) - [Computer Basics](https://learning.kinber.org/digital-essentials?hsLang=en#computer-basics) - [Internet Basics](https://learning.kinber.org/digital-essentials?hsLang=en#internet-basics) - [Getting Work Done Online](https://learning.kinber.org/getting-work-done-online?hsLang=en#main-content) - [Microsoft Office Skills](https://learning.kinber.org/getting-work-done-online?hsLang=en#microsoft-office-skills) - [Microsoft Word](https://learning.kinber.org/getting-work-done-online?hsLang=en#microsoft-word) - [Google Workspace](https://learning.kinber.org/getting-work-done-online?hsLang=en#google-workspace) - [Managing projects, tasks, and communication](https://learning.kinber.org/getting-work-done-online?hsLang=en#managing-projects-tasks-and-communication) - [Online safety & privacy](https://learning.kinber.org/online-safety-privacy?hsLang=en#main-content) - [Privacy & personal data](https://learning.kinber.org/online-safety-privacy?hsLang=en#privacy-personal-data) - [Scams, phishing & fraud](https://learning.kinber.org/online-safety-privacy?hsLang=en#scams-phishing-fraud) - [Password management](https://learning.kinber.org/online-safety-privacy?hsLang=en#password-management) - [Online safety for families](https://learning.kinber.org/online-safety-privacy?hsLang=en#online-safety-for-families) - [Using Online Services](https://learning.kinber.org/using-online-services?hsLang=en#main-content) - [Video Calls & Virtual Meetings](https://learning.kinber.org/using-online-services?hsLang=en#video-calls-virtual-meetings) - [Using the Web to Get Stuff Done](https://learning.kinber.org/using-online-services?hsLang=en#using-the-web-to-get-stuff-done) - [Accessing health, government, and benefit services](https://learning.kinber.org/using-online-services?hsLang=en#accessing-health-government-and-benefit-services) - [Applying for Jobs](https://learning.kinber.org/using-online-services?hsLang=en#applying-for-jobs) [![](https://learning.kinber.org/hs-fs/hubfs/KINBER%20Logo%20-%20No%20Tag-1.png?width=300&height=127&name=KINBER%20Logo%20-%20No%20Tag-1.png)](http://www.KINBER.org) Copyright © 2026, [KINBER](https://www.kinber.org/?hsLang=en)