With a diverse range of courses, the Tech Academy has become a great success in a short time. Whether you want to learn programming, photo editing, manage Windows 10 (or rather Linux) or improve your home network, there is something for everyone. The Tech Academy offer has now also been supplemented with a range of free courses.
Meanwhile, the range of free courses offered by the Tech Academy is growing. There are now seven different courses, with which you can completely brush up on the subject within an hour. These so-called 'In 60 minutes' courses help you on your way with, for example, security, Chromebooks and digitizing videos and music.
Online offer 60 minute courses
Digitize your precious memories
In this course you will learn how to digitize analog media. Think of your old photos or slides, but also LPs and video tapes. We show you what you need and which programs you use to digitally store the music, videos or images.
secure android
What do you have to think about when protecting your Android device? Unfortunately, it is not a matter of installing a virus scanner on your mobile. On the contrary. This course explains exactly what needs to be secured and how to approach this. From malware, to VPN and what you can do in the event of theft or loss.
Working on your iPhone
Your iPhone is now such an advanced device that you can safely set it up as a mobile office. Especially in times like these, where working from home is the norm and meetings are moving to video chat, all the flexibility that a smartphone offers is a nice bonus. Which apps do you need for your mobile office? How do you approach the security of your mobile work environment? We will teach you that in this course.
Work from home on a Chromebook
You tend to think that Chrome OS (Google's operating system for Chromebooks) is too limited to work well on. Nothing turns out to be less true. Chromebooks are excellent for throwing, and have the advantage that you can safely last a whole working day on a charged battery. You will learn which programs and settings are indispensable for working from home on a Chromebook in the course Working from home on a Chromebook.
Update Windows 10
The greatest necessary evil of Windows 10 is the Windows Update. Sure, you need it to keep your system safe, keep the hardware performing at its best, and get new features from Windows. In this course you will learn, among other things, to keep your drivers up to date via Windows Update and we will put you in control, so that you can decide for yourself when Windows Update can start working.
Getting started with VPN
Actually, every mobile device should be equipped with an active VPN connection. Thanks to VPN, you can securely connect to open Wi-Fi networks, bypass geoblocks, and most importantly, browse the internet securely without worrying about snoopers.
Safe handling of passwords
Passwords are a hassle. If you make it too easy on yourself, you run the risk that others will easily gain access to your online accounts. But provide all those accounts with secure passwords… Try to remember that. This course explains why hackers target your accounts and what methods are used to retrieve your passwords. You will learn what a secure password must meet and how to put an extra lock on the door with two-factor authentication. Finally, it explains how a password vault works, making secure passwords a matter of course.
Free courses at the Tech Academy
The range of online courses (including free courses) at the Tech Academy is constantly expanding. Therefore, regularly take a look at the Tech Academy to see what's on the shelf, there is always something to find to brush up on your digital skills.
