Total Time: 3 hour(s)

Summary: 
This course provides an overview of computer hardware and software, networking, and the use of computers in a number of everyday applications.

Ojectives: 
After completing this course, students will be able to:
Identify various kinds of computers, from mainframes to microcomputers
Distinguish between computer hardware and software
Identify the main parts of a personal computer
Identify the steps in developing a computer-based system
List several ways that networking extends the capabilities of a personal computer
List several precautions to follow to prevent damage to a computer
List several ways to protect data from being corrupted, stolen, or destroyed
Distinguish differences among copyrighted software, shareware, and freeware

Topics: 
Getting Started
Hardware and Storage
Software
Information Networks
Computers in Everyday Life
Security, Copyright, and the Law

Technical Requirements: 
P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Flash 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Javascript, DHTML and cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.