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Channel 9 is a Microsoft community site created in 2004. Originally launched as the company's blog, it is run by MS developers and tech enthusiasts with the intention of letting those outside the company access the conversations going on within the IT giant. Channel 9 hosts video channels, podcasts and interviews with key players in the tech industry.

Based on the content generated by the discussions among Microsoft employees, Channel 9 has created a series of courses that cover a wide range of computer science topics, from web page design and coding to database admin and network security.

Drawing on expertise from a world leader in computing, Channel 9's courses provide you with the most up-to-date information on developments and trends in IT. As the courses are drawn from content generated by Microsoft employees, they have a strong focus on real workplace skills and are invaluable for teaching you what you need to thrive in the modern office environment.

Free, Online Courses Created by Channel 9

  • Certificate

    Introduction to Server Administration Services

    1.5-3 hrs
    Learn the practices and techniques of server administration services, including DNS, NTFS and FTP.
  • Certificate

    Beginner Excel 2013 Power Business Intelligence - Revised

    3-4 hrs
    Learn about the Power Business Intelligence (BI) tools you can add to Excel 2013. No sign-up or subscription fees!
  • Certificate

    Introduction to Administering Office 365 for Small Business

    3-4 hrs
    Learn about the features, requirements, and administration of Office 365 for small businesses and IT professionals.
  • Certificate

    Excel 2013 Essentials

    1.5-3 hrs
    Learn about the features and functions in Microsoft Excel 2013 and how to use them in this excel essentials course.
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