Software and hardware options.
Of course, the choice of tool or platform for creating an online course depends on your specific needs, goals, and budget. However, one of the best tools that provides extensive capabilities for creating and managing online courses is a Learning Management System (LMS).
An LMS allows you to create courses, upload content, manage students, track progress, and much more. There are numerous LMS options on the market, such as Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard, and others. Each has its own advantages and disadvantages, so it's worth researching and selecting the one that best suits your requirements.
Regarding the cost of developing an LMS, it can vary depending on various factors such as functionality, design, integrations, etc. If you're interested in learning more about how to calculate the cost of developing an LMS, I would recommend reading this article: https://www.cleveroad.com/blog/how-much-does-it-cost-to-build-an-lms/. It provides useful information and examples of cost estimation.