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Computer Hardware and Software
  • Level Foundation
  • المدة 12 ساعات hours
  • الطبع بواسطة University of California, Irvine
  • Offered by

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This course provides foundational understanding of how computers process information through hardware and software. You will investigate the world of Information Technology (IT) and survey hardware components, mobile devices, operating systems, programs and apps, network fundamentals, the Internet, and touch on security and ethics.

الوحدات

Hardware Components

    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 1: Knowledge Check

1 Discussions

  • Computer Hardware Component Explainer

2 Readings

  • Basic Computer Hardware and Digital Storage
  • Required Readings & Resources

Building a Computer

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Recommended Activity

2 Videos

  • PC Parts Picker Tour
  • Selecting Hardware Tutorial

1 Readings

  • Identifying Hardware Needs & System Requirements

File Management and Software Ethics

    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Ethics of Open Source Software

2 Readings

  • Types of Software
  • Required Readings & Resources

Operating Systems

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 2 Knowledge Check

3 Videos

  • Microsoft Windows OS Overview
  • Macintosh Operating System Overview
  • Ubuntu and Linux Operating System Overview

1 Readings

  • Required Readings & Resources

Internet and Networking Basics

    • 3 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 3 Knowledge Check

1 Discussions

  • Securing the Network

3 Readings

  • Networking and the Internet
  • Required Readings & Resources
  • Supplemental Resources

Building a Security Network

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • New Peer Review

1 Videos

  • Network Diagramming Tutorial

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Explore the foundational world of IT with Coursera's "Computer Hardware and Software" course. Dive into hardware components, mobile devices, operating systems, and more. Ideal for beginners, this comprehensive 720-minute course also covers network fundamentals, the Internet, security, and ethics. Available through Starter and Professional subscriptions, it's perfect for those starting their journey in IT and Computer Science.

Tim Carrington
Instructor

Tim Carrington