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ID: OTTINCO | Course Length: 3 |  |
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Module 0: Introduction To Computers |
| | | - The Computer
- Types of Computers
- Personal Computers (pcs): Desktops, Laptops and Servers
- Handheld Computers & Personal Digital Assistants (pdas
- Servers & Server Software
- Centralized Computing and Mainframes
- Distributed Computing: A Service Based Approach
- Running .NET and Java Applications
- Computer Lingo: A Glossary of Terms
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Module 1: Pc Architecture & Components |
| | | - Pc Architecture
- Pc Terms & Lingo
- The Mother Board: An Overview
- Central Processing Unit (cpu
- Computer Memory: Ram Versus Rom
- Video Card Technology
- Storage Media: An Overview
- Diagnosing Typical Problems
- Solving Simple Problems
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Module 2: Computer Storage Solutions |
| | | - Computer Storage Solutions Overview
- The Storage Vocabulary: Bytes, Kb, Mb, Gb & Tb
- Hard Drive Storage: Ide, Sata and Scsi
- Removable Storage: Cd Rom/cd Rw and Dvd Rom/dvd Rw
- Removable Storage: Flash Drives and Other Usb Devices
- Creating and Using Mapped Drives
- Ensuring That Your Files Get Backed Up
- A Note On Data Security: Preventing Data Loss
- Good Practices for Data Storage
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Module 3: Input/output Devices |
| | | - Overview of Input and Output Devices
- Input Devices: Keyboards, Mice, Touch Screens and Other Devices
- Alternative Input Devices
- Output Devices: Monitors and Printers
- Connecting Input/output Devices
- Using Bluetooth Devices
- About Voice Recognition Products
- Wireless Communications: About Bluetooth and Other Wireless Interfaces
- Troubleshooting Common Problems
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Module 4: Networking Essentials |
| | | - The Modern Network for the End User
- Network Components & Services
- The Internet and Its Technology
- A Typical Windows Based Network
- A Typical Mainframe Network
- Internet Usage: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, Etc.
- Email Usage: Microsoft Outlook and Internet Email Solutions
- Wireless Usage: Wifi, Bluetooth and Other Technologies
- Study of a Complete Network
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Module 5: Computer Software |
| | | - Computer Software
- Types of Computer Software
- Operating Systems
- Server Software
- Database and Email Servers
- Common Applications: When To Use Them
- The Future of Software
- Working with File Extensions
- Computer Performance
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Module 6: End User Security |
| | | - The User’s Responsibility
- Protecting Yourself: A How To Guide
- The Security and Malware Landscape
- Methods of Attack
- Understanding Viruses
- Types of Viruses
- Antivirus Software: Use and Update of Virus Definition Files
- About Spyware and Protecting Yourself and Your Data
- Managing Your Passwords
- About Wireless Device Security
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Module 7: Common Office Tasks |
| | | - Microsoft Word: Using Document Review Effectively and Securely
- Microsoft Powerpoint: Packaging a Presentation for Offsite Use
- Microsoft Excel: Recording Useful Macros
- Microsoft Outlook: Creating, Sharing and Synchronizing a Schedule
- Microsoft Office Security: Macros, Email Attachments and Document Review
- Microsoft Internet Explorer: Setting Security and Viewing Certificates
- Working Online: Protecting Yourself and Your Employer
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Module 8: Putting It All Together – A Final Case Study (if Time Permits |
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