• How Applications and Hardware Work with an OS
• The Old Days of the CLI
• What the Modern OS Supplied
• Common OS Features
• Directory Infrastructure
• Drivers and Hardware
• Common Interface
• Directory Infrastructure
• Updates and Patches
• Visual Options
• Working with the Operating System
• Working with the Software
• Hardware and Peripherals
• Configuration
• Storage Devices
• How a Hard Drive Works
• Server Types
• Switches
• Routers
• Firewalls
• Managing Software
• Types of Software Licenses
• Pirating
• Hardware Limitations
• Presentations
• Publishing
• Content and Entertainment
• Working with Media
• Database vs. Spreadsheet
• File Compression
• Disk Management
• Malware Detection
Price: $159.00


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    In this time of growing technology and increased digital use, having a strong understanding of the basics of using a computer is essential. In this course, we will cover the fundamentals of operating systems including describing their importance and how you can best use them to be productive. We will discuss networking and the terminology most commonly used when discussing computers. Finally, we will explore working with software and introduce you to some of the basic troubleshooting steps to take for issues such as connecting to the internet, using software, or connecting external devices like a printer. This course will provide you with a fundamental understanding of computers and the basics of using them in your day to day life. !
    Introduction
    Module 1: Computer Equipment
    Module 2: Operating System Fundamentals
    Module 3: Computer and Network Terminology
    Module 4: Working with Software and the OS
    Module 5: Troubleshooting
    All required reference materials are provided with this program. Technical requirements:

    Internet Connection
    • Broadband or High-Speed (DSL, Cable, Wireless)
    Hardware Requirements
    • Processor - 2GHz Processor or Higher
    • Memory - 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended

    Software Requirements
    • Operating Systems - Windows 7, 8 or 10; Mac OS x 10 or higher
    • Microsoft Office 2007, 2010 or 2013 or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
    • Internet Browsers - Google Chrome is highly recommended
    • Cookies MUST be enabled
    • Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
    • Adobe PDF Reader
    This course provides students with qualified support professionals to guide them through their learning experience. The student support team is available to answer any questions a learner may have including questions on course content, course material, certifications, and registration or enrollment questions. Support advisers also monitor the progress of learners to ensure training retention and program advancement.

    Product Type:
    Course
    Course Type:
    Professional Enrichment
    Level:
    Beginner
    Language:
    English
    Hours:
    10
    Duration:
    6 months
    Avg Completion:
    3 Months

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