IT Fundamentals - Everything you need to know about IT

What you'll learn
Everything about a computer Hardware, Software, Networking, Storage etc.
You will understand the true meaning of IT and how it works
Students will gain skills to troubleshoot, problem-solve, and understand issues in networking, operating systems, and security
You will learn why IT is the right field for your career
Different components of IT
The course will help you prepare for for CompTIA IT Fundamentals exam.
Binary language (1 and 0), OSI Model, SAN, RAID, computer architecture, and much more...
Foundation of Information technology that can help significantly in learning any other IT field
Requirements
Just a computer or a laptop
Desire to be in IT field
Description
Whether you are new to the computers or just want to brush up on your skills, this course provides information technology literacy and basic skills training for learners with limited experience. Course learning outcomes focus on skill development related to basic computer operations and information technology. This course is highly recommended to those who are entering into IT field and for those who want to improve their computer skills in order to enhance their work productivity.
In this course, each numbered section covers related computer skills divided into Learning Activities
Here is the list of topic that will be covered in the course
Section 1 - Introduction to IT
True meaning of IT
Importance of IT
What is a computer?
Computer language (0 and 1 concept)
Quiz and handouts
Section 2 - Computer Components
Hardware
Software or operating system
Application software
Networking
Database
Storage
Virtualization and Cloud
Security
Quiz, handouts and homework
Section 3 - Hardware
Different types of computers
RAM and installing RAM
CPU, CPU cores and sockets
Installing CPU
32 vs. 64-bit processing
Hard disk drive
Motherboard
Other internal parts of a computer (Fan, power supply, CDROM etc.
External components of a computer (Keyboard, monitor, mouse, printer etc.)
Hardware manufacturers
Computer comparison with human body
Quiz, handouts and homework
Section 4 - Operating System
Types of operating systems
Function of OS
Building OS
CLI vs. GUI operating systems
Computer boot process
OS file systems management
Quiz, handouts and homework
Section 5 - Software
Software and types of software
System software
Application software
Freeware and shareware
Open-source software
BIOS and Accessing
Program and services
Quiz and handouts
Section 6 - Networking
How computers communicate
IP address (Static vs. DHCP)
TCP/IP
Gateway
Subnet mask
Computer MAC address
OSI layer
OSI vs. TCP/IP
Protocols and Ports
Types of Network Devices (Hub, Switch, Modem, Router, Access point)
How internet works
Quiz and handouts
Section 7 - Database
Database introduction
What is RDBMS?
What is SQL?
Top 5 RDBMS using SQL
Quiz and handouts
Section 8 - Storage
Computer storage introduction
How storage is calculated (KB, MB, GB etc.)
Types of computer storage
Difference between RAM, SWAP, Virtual Memory, Cache etc.
Hard Disk and Solid-State drives
RAID
Hardware RAID vs. software RAID
Top data storage vendors
Quiz and handouts
Section 9 - Virtualization and Cloud
Introduction to virtualization
How virtualization works?
Basic virtualization terms
Benefits of virtualization
Difference between virtualization and cloud
Virtualization technology companies
VMWare workstation player installation
Oracle VirtualBox installation
Setting up virtual machines (VM)
Quiz and handouts
Section 10 - Security
Types of security breach
Types of security threat
Comparing house security with computer security
Securing all Operating Systems
Security implementation tools
Physical server security
Application and DB encryption
Quiz and handouts
Section 11 - Windows Operating Systems Management
Version of Windows OS
Download and install Windows
Windows system access
File system and description
User account management
System resource monitoring
Windows event logs
Server manager dashboard
Check system hardware through device manager
Roles and features
Active directory and domain controller
Quiz and handouts
Section 12 - Linux Operating Systems Management
Linux distributions
Download and install Linux (CentOS)
Accessing Linux
Download and install Putty client
Access Linux VM via Putty
File system structure and description
File system navigation commands
Directory listing overview
Creating files and directories
System utility commands
System monitoring commands
System maintenance commands
Quiz and handouts
Section 13 - Troubleshooting Concepts
Follow policies and standards
Documentation or ticking process
Patience to work with user and groups
Get Online Help
Understand the Issue Before Making a Decision
Tracing System Logs
Involve vendors
Congratulations
Don't give up
Quiz and handouts
Section 14 - Introduction to AI and ChatGPT
What is AI
History of AI
Features of AI
What is ChatGPT
Difference Between ChatGPT and Search Engines
Difference Between AI and Robots
Benefits of AI
Limitation and Challenges of AI
Quiz
Section 15 - Introduction to DevOps
What is DevOps
History of DevOps
Pre-DevOps Challenges
Collaboration of teams
Benefits of DevOps
Importance of DevOps
Quiz
Section 16 - Additional Resource
Bonus
Who this course is for
Anyone who never had prior Computer Science or IT related education
Beginners starting their careers in IT
Students interested in pursuing a career in information technology or related fields.
Professionals from non-IT backgrounds who wish to gain a foundational understanding of IT
Individuals seeking to enhance their digital literacy and understanding of basic IT concepts
Senior citizens who wants to learn about computer in a very simple way
Parents who wants to educate their kids about a computer or IT
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