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PC ARCHITECTURE

Useful Expressions

Tools for Professional Approach: It’s not just about learning, it’s about having the confidence to use English in real life and upgrade your business communication skills.

14 readings
Reading: Motherboard
Reading: Storage device
Reading: Processor /CPU
Reading: Tape drive
Reading: Power supply
Reading: Cooling Systems
Reading: IEEE 1394 / Firewire
Reading: Modem
Reading: FDD
Reading: HDD
Reading: CD/CDRW
Reading: DVD/DVDRW
Reading: AC adapter
Reading: Processor /CPU
Graded: Advanced Business Principles

WORKING ON PC'S

Diplomatic Language

Tools for Professional Approach - Step 2: It’s not just about learning, it’s about having the confidence to use English in real life and upgrade your business communication skills.

3 readings
Reading: Rules to Upgrade By
Reading: Tools
Reading: General Procedures
Graded: Information Technology Terms

USING TOOLS AND DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR PERSONAL

8 videos, 12 readings
Reading: Computer Components
Reading: Understanding Computer Resources
Reading: Determining Available Resources
Reading: Manually Specifying a Resource Assignment
Reading: Troubleshooting Laptops
Reading: Installing, Configuring, Optimizing, and Upgrading operating Systems
Reading: Using Operating Systems
Reading: Identifying Specific Safety
Reading: Performing Preventative Maintenance for personal Computer Components
Reading: Working with laptops and Portable Devices
Reading: Understanding LCD Technology
Reading: Understanding Video Memory Sharing

MOTHERBOARDS

4 readings
Reading: Motherboard Characteristics
Reading: Choosing a Motherboard
Reading: Installing a Motherboard
Reading: Upgrading the System BIOS

STORAGE DEVICES

4 readings
Reading: FDD
Reading: HDD
Reading: CD/CDRW
Reading: DVD/DVDRW

PROCESSORS

10 readings
Reading: PC100, PC133, PC2700, PC3200, DDR3-1600, DDR2-667
Reading: Processor Components
Reading: Processor Speed
Reading: Processor Architecture
Reading: Intel Processors
Reading: Intel-Compatible Processors
Reading: Choosing a Processor
Reading: Installing a Socketed Processor
Reading: Installing a Slotted Processor
Reading: A Word About Overclocking

POWER SOURCES

3 readings
Reading: AC adapter
Reading: DC adapter
Reading: Battery

MEMORY

8 readings
Reading: Understanding Memory
Reading: Memory Access Methods
Reading: Memory Packaging
Reading: How Much Memory Is Enough?
Reading: Memory Selection Guidelines
Reading: Installing Memory
Reading: Troubleshooting Memory Installation and Operation
Reading: RIMM, DIMM, SODIMM, SIMM

FUNDAMENTALS

5 readings
Reading: PCs Defined
Reading: PC Components and Technologies
Reading: System Resources
Reading: Building or Buying a PC
Reading: Upgrading a PC

FLOPPY DISK DRIVES

6 readings
Reading: Diskette Types and Formats
Reading: Drive Types
Reading: FDD Interface and Cabling
Reading: Working with FDDs
Reading: Working with Obsolete Diskette Formats
Reading: Salvaging Diskette Data

INSTALLING, CONFIGURING, AND OPTIMIZING PC COMPONENTS

9 readings
Reading: Upgrading Storage Devices, Display Devices, Input/Multimedia Devices
Reading: Identifying Tools and Diagnostics for PC Components
Reading: Basic Aspects of Troubleshooting Techniques
Reading: Understanding Laptop Architecture
Reading: Laptop Case, Motherboards and Processors, Memory, Storage, Displays, Input Devices, Expansion Bus and Ports, Docking Stations, Power Systems
Reading: Managing Power and Removing Devices
Reading: Understanding Laptop Power Management, Managing Power in windows, Removing Laptop-specific Hardware
Reading: Troubleshooting and Performing Preventative Maintenances on Laptops
Reading: Diagnosing Laptop Problems, Performing Preventative Maintenance

TAPE DRIVES

4 readings
Reading: Choosing a Tape Drive
Reading: Installing and Configuring a Tape Drive
Reading: Care and Feeding of a Tape Drive
Reading: Troubleshooting Tape Drive Problems

CD-ROM DRIVES

5 readings
Reading: Compact Disc Fundamentals
Reading: CD-ROM Drive Performance
Reading: Choosing a CD-ROM Drive
Reading: Installing and Configuring a CD-ROM Drive
Reading: Cleaning a CD-ROM Drive

HARD DISK INTERFACES

3 readings
Reading: IDE
Reading: SCSI
Reading: ATA Versus SCSI

DVD DRIVES

3 readings
Reading: DVD-ROM
Reading: DVD Writable and Rewritable
Reading: Installing and Configuring a DVD Drive

VIDEO ADAPTERS

7 readings
Reading: Video Adapter Characteristics
Reading: Choosing a Graphics Processor
Reading: Choosing a Video Adapter
Reading: Installing a Video Adapter
Reading: Configuring Video Under Windows 98/2000
Reading: Configuring Video Under Windows NT 4
Reading: Troubleshooting Video Adapter Problems

HARD DISK DRIVES

3 readings
Reading: How Hard Disks Work
Reading: Choosing a Hard Disk
Reading: Installing a Hard Disk

MONITORS

4 readings
Reading: Monitor Characteristics
Reading: Choosing a Monitor
Reading: Installing and Configuring a Monitor
Reading: Troubleshooting Monitor Problems

INSTALL AND CONFIGURE PERIPHERALS AND INPUT DEVICES

7 readings
Reading: Mouse
Reading: Keyboard
Reading: Bar code reader
Reading: Multimedia (e.g. web and digital cameras, MIDI, microphones)
Reading: Biometric devices
Reading: Touch screen
Reading: KVM switch

SPEAKERS AND HEADPHONES

2 readings
Reading: Speaker and Headphone Characteristics
Reading: Choosing Speakers and Headphones

SOUND CARDS

11 readings
Reading: PC Audio Types
Reading: MIDI Synthesis Methods
Reading: Downloadable Sounds
Reading: Sound Card Components
Reading: Sound Card Characteristics
Reading: Choosing a Sound Card
Reading: Installing a Sound Card
Reading: Configuring a Sound Card Under Windows 95/98/2000
Reading: Configuring a Sound Card Under Windows NT 4
Reading: Troubleshooting Sound Card Problems
Reading: MP3

MICE AND TRACKBALLS

6 readings
Reading: Mice Versus Trackballs
Reading: Mouse Characteristics
Reading: Choosing a Mouse
Reading: Configuring a Mouse or Trackball
Reading: Cleaning a Mouse
Reading: Troubleshooting a Mouse

KEYBOARDS

7 readings
Reading: Keyboard Switch Types
Reading: Keyboard Styles
Reading: Keyboard Interfaces
Reading: Choosing a Keyboard
Reading: Configuring a Keyboard
Reading: Cleaning a Keyboard
Reading: Troubleshooting and Repairing Keyboards

CASES

2 readings
Reading: Case Characteristics
Reading: Choosing a Case

GAME CONTROLLERS

5 readings
Reading: Game Controller Characteristics
Reading: Gameport Interface
Reading: Choosing a Game Controller
Reading: Installing a Game Controller
Reading: Troubleshooting Game Controllers

BACKUP POWER SUPPLIES

4 readings
Reading: What BPSes Protect Against
Reading: BPS Types
Reading: BPS Characteristics
Reading: Choosing a BPS

POWER SUPPLIES

6 readings
Reading: Power Supply Characteristics
Reading: Volts, Amps, Watts, and Regulation
Reading: Power Connectors
Reading: Choosing a Power Supply
Reading: Installing a Power Supply
Reading: Troubleshooting Power Supplies

BUILDING A PC STEP BY STEP

13 readings
Reading: Step 1: Prepare the Case
Reading: Step 2: Configure the Motherboard
Reading: Step 3: Install the Processor
Reading: Step 4: Install the Memory
Reading: Step 5: Prepare Drives for Installation
Reading: Step 6: Install the Floppy Disk Drive
Reading: Step 7: Install Other Drives
Reading: Step 8: Install the Motherboard
Reading: Step 9: Connect Cables to the Motherboard
Reading: Step 10: Install Expansion Cards
Reading: Step 11: Perform the “Smoke Test”
Reading: Step 12: Install Software
Reading: Step 13: Finishing Touches

DESIGNING A PC

5 readings
Reading: Low-End System
Reading: Mainstream System
Reading: High-Performance System
Reading: Workstation System
Reading: Purchasing Components

IDENTIFY THE PROCEDURES FOR INSTALLING OPERATING SYSTEM

23 readings
Reading: Verify hardware compatibility and minimum requirements
Reading: Determine OS installation options
Reading: Installation type (typical, custom, other)
Reading: Network configuration
Reading: File system type
Reading: Dual Boot Support
Reading: Disk preparation order (conceptual disk preparation)
Reading: Start the installation
Reading: Partition
Reading: Format drive
Reading: Run appropriate set up utility
Reading: Setup
Reading: Winnt
Reading: Installation methods
Reading: Bootable CD
Reading: Boot floppy
Reading: Network installation
Reading: Drive Imaging
Reading: Device Driver Configuration
Reading: Load default drivers
Reading: Find updated drivers
Reading: Restore user data files (if applicable)
Reading: Identify common symptoms and problems

WORKING WITH PERSONAL COMPUTER COMPONENTS

8 readings
Reading: Removing, Installing, and Configuring Components
Reading: Selecting components, Motherboards, CPUs, Memory, and Adapter Cards, Storage Devices, Power Supplies, Display Devices, Input Devices, Cooling Systems
Reading: Using Tools and Diagnostic Procedure for Personal
Reading: Computer Components
Reading: Understanding Computer Resources
Reading: Determining Available Resources
Reading: Manually Specifying a Resource Assignment
Reading: Performing Preventative Maintenance for personal Computer Components

IDENTIFY PROCEDURES FOR INSTALLING/ADDING A DEVICE, INCLUDING

10 readings
Reading: loading, adding, and configuring device drivers, and required software.
Reading: Device Driver Installation
Reading: Plug and Play (PNP) and non-PNP devices
Reading: Install and configure device drivers
Reading: Install different device drivers
Reading: Manually install a device driver
Reading: Search the Internet for updated device drivers
Reading: Using unsigned drivers (driver signing)
Reading: Install Additional Windows components
Reading: Determine if permissions are adequate for performing the task

PRINTER AND SCANNER FUNDAMENTALS

6 readings
Reading: Impact Printers, Bubble-Jet Printers, Laser Printers,
Reading: Printer Interfaces and Supplies.
Reading: Installing, Configuring, and Upgrading Printers and Scanners
Reading: Optimizing Printer and Scanner Performance
Reading: Troubleshooting Printers and Scanners
Reading: Dot-Matrix Printer Problems, Bubble-Jet Printer Problems, Laser and Page Printer Problems, Scanner Troubleshooting.

IDENTIFY PROCEDURES NECESSARY TO OPTIMIZE THE OPERATING SYSTEM

6 readings
Reading: and major operating system subsystems.
Reading: Virtual Memory Management
Reading: Disk Defragmentation
Reading: Files and Buffers
Reading: Caches
Reading: Temporary file management

RECOGNIZE COMMON OPERATIONAL AND USABILITY PROBLEMS AND DETERMINE HOW TO SOLVE THEM

20 readings
Reading: Troubleshooting Windows-specific printing problems
Reading: Print spool is stalled
Reading: Incorrect/incompatible driver for print
Reading: Incorrect parameter
Reading: Other Common problems
Reading: General Protection Faults
Reading: Bluescreen error (BSOD)
Reading: Illegal operation
Reading: Invalid working directory
Reading: System lock up
Reading: Option (Sound card, modem, input device) or will not function
Reading: Application will not start or load
Reading: Cannot log on to network (option – NIC not functioning)
Reading: Applications don’t install
Reading: Network connection
Reading: Viruses and virus types
Reading: What they are
Reading: TSR (Terminate Stay Resident) programs and virus
Reading: Sources (floppy, emails, etc.)
Reading: How to determine presence

NETWORKING FUNDAMENTALS

4 readings
Reading: Understanding Networking Principles
Reading: Understanding Networking Components, Identifying Common Network Media
Reading: Installing, Configuring, and Troubleshooting Networks
Reading: Installing and Configuring Network Interface Cards, Obtaining Wired and Wireless Internet Connections, Troubleshooting Network Interface Cards

IDENTIFY THE NETWORKING CAPABILITIES OF WINDOWS. GIVEN

14 readings
Reading: configuration parameters, configure the operating system to
Reading: connect to a network.
Reading: Configure protocols
Reading: TCP/IP
Reading: Gateway
Reading: Subnet mask
Reading: DNS (and domain suffix)
Reading: WINS
Reading: Static address assignment
Reading: Automatic address assignment (APIPA, DHCP)
Reading: IPX/SPX (NWLink)
Reading: Appletalk
Reading: NetBEUI/ NetBIOS
Reading: Configure Client options

IDENTIFY THE BASIC INTERNET PROTOCOLS AND TERMINOLOGIES

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UNDERSTANDING NETWORK SECURITY FUNDAMENTALS

13 readings
Reading: Authentication Technologies
Reading: Working with Hardware and Software Security
Reading: Understanding Wireless Security
Reading: understanding data and physical security solutions
Reading: BIOS security
Reading: Malicious Software Protection
Reading: Data Access
Reading: Backup Procedure
Reading: Data Migration
Reading: Data Remnant Removal
Reading: Password Management
Reading: Locking Workstations
Reading: Identifying Security Problem Areas

IDENTIFYING SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

10 readings
Reading: Identifying Potential Safety Hazards
Reading: Identifying Environmental Concerns
Reading: Using Safety Documentation
Reading: Using Appropriate Repair Tools
Reading: Handling Accidents
Reading: Applying Proper Safety and Disposal Procedures
Reading: Preventing Electrostatic Discharge(ESD)
Reading: Working in a Safe Environment
Reading: Handling Equipment
Reading: Following Disposal Procedures

SECURITY

11 readings
Reading: User Accounts and Groups
Reading: Active Directory
Reading: Active Directory Groups
Reading: Authentication
Reading: Protocols
Reading: File System Security
Reading: NTFS Advantages, Security, Permissions
Reading: Disabling Simple File Sharing
Reading: Encryption, Security Policies
Reading: Auditing, Physical Access Restrictions
Reading: Network Security

SECURITY AND TROUBLESHOOT COMMON ISSUES

22 readings
Reading: Local users and groups: Administrator
Reading: Power Users
Reading: Guest
Reading: Users
Reading: Vista User Access Control (UAC)
Reading: NTFS vs. Share permissions
Reading: Allow vs. deny
Reading: Difference between moving and copying folders and files
Reading: File attributes
Reading: Shared files and folders
Reading: Administrative shares vs. local shares
Reading: Permission propagation
Reading: Inheritance
Reading: System files and folders
Reading: Encryption (Bitlocker, EFS)
Reading: User authentication
Reading: System
Reading: BIOS security
Reading: Drive lock
Reading: Passwords
Reading: Intrusion detection
Reading: TPM

CONFIGURATION

1 video, 9 readings
Reading: Verify the configuration
Reading: Understand the use of the following tools
Reading: IPCONFIG.EXE
Reading: WINIPCFG.EXE
Reading: TRACERT.EXE
Reading: NSLOOKUP.EXE
Reading: Share resources (Understand the capabilities/limitations with each OS version)
Reading: Setting permissions to shared resources
Reading: Network type and network card

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About this course

CompTIA A+ is the foundation of your IT career,CompTIA A+ is the preferred qualifying credential for technical support and IT operational roles. It is about much more than PC repair.
 
WHAT IS A+?

CompTIA A+ is the industry standard for establishing a career in IT. CompTIA A+ is the preferred qualifying credential for technical support and IT operational roles. It is about much more than PC repair. Technicians understand a wide variety of issues ranging from networking and operating systems to mobile devices and security. A+ supports the ability to connect users to the data they need to do their jobs regardless of the devices being used.
 

WHY BECOME CERTIFY?

If you are considering joining the Information Technology field, one of the first things you should do is to get certified. In the world of Information Technology having certifications will put you in a league of your own. Companies looking to hire IT Specialist almost always request this certification before even considering hiring a candidate. Having a certification will significantly improve your chances of getting hired.
 

WHAT TO EXPECT.

One of our main focuses is providing our students with an environment that caters to their learning experience. Our goal is to eliminate the amount of thing that you have to worry about while in the classroom, so that your mind is free to focus on what you came to do. Gain knowledge and have fun.
 

Duration: 6 week – 21hrs (3hrs per session)
Awarded by: comPTIA
Type: Online
Price: $1800

Syllabus

CompTIA A+ is the foundation of your IT career,CompTIA A+ is the preferred qualifying credential for technical support and IT operational roles. It is about much more than PC repair.

PC ARCHITECTURE 0/15

Useful Expressions

Tools for Professional Approach: It’s not just about learning, it’s about having the confidence to use English in real life and upgrade your business communication skills.

14 readings
Reading: Motherboard
minutes
Reading: Storage device
minutes
Reading: Processor /CPU
minutes
Reading: Tape drive
minutes
Reading: Power supply
minutes
Reading: Cooling Systems
minutes
Reading: IEEE 1394 / Firewire
minutes
Reading: Modem
minutes
Reading: FDD
minutes
Reading: HDD
minutes
Reading: CD/CDRW
minutes
Reading: DVD/DVDRW
minutes
Reading: AC adapter
minutes
Reading: Processor /CPU
minutes
Graded: Advanced Business Principles
3 Questions

WORKING ON PC'S 0/4

Diplomatic Language

Tools for Professional Approach - Step 2: It’s not just about learning, it’s about having the confidence to use English in real life and upgrade your business communication skills.

3 readings
Reading: Rules to Upgrade By
minutes
Reading: Tools
minutes
Reading: General Procedures
minutes
Graded: Information Technology Terms
3 Questions

USING TOOLS AND DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR PERSONAL 0/20

8 videos, 12 readings
Reading: Computer Components
minutes
Reading: Understanding Computer Resources
minutes
Reading: Determining Available Resources
minutes
Reading: Manually Specifying a Resource Assignment
minutes
Reading: Troubleshooting Laptops
minutes
Reading: Installing, Configuring, Optimizing, and Upgrading operating Systems
minutes
Reading: Using Operating Systems
minutes
Reading: Identifying Specific Safety
minutes
Reading: Performing Preventative Maintenance for personal Computer Components
minutes
Reading: Working with laptops and Portable Devices
minutes
Reading: Understanding LCD Technology
minutes
Reading: Understanding Video Memory Sharing
minutes

MOTHERBOARDS 0/4

4 readings
Reading: Motherboard Characteristics
minutes
Reading: Choosing a Motherboard
minutes
Reading: Installing a Motherboard
minutes
Reading: Upgrading the System BIOS
minutes

STORAGE DEVICES 0/4

4 readings
Reading: FDD
minutes
Reading: HDD
minutes
Reading: CD/CDRW
minutes
Reading: DVD/DVDRW
minutes

PROCESSORS 0/10

10 readings
Reading: PC100, PC133, PC2700, PC3200, DDR3-1600, DDR2-667
minutes
Reading: Processor Components
minutes
Reading: Processor Speed
minutes
Reading: Processor Architecture
minutes
Reading: Intel Processors
minutes
Reading: Intel-Compatible Processors
minutes
Reading: Choosing a Processor
minutes
Reading: Installing a Socketed Processor
minutes
Reading: Installing a Slotted Processor
minutes
Reading: A Word About Overclocking
minutes

POWER SOURCES 0/3

3 readings
Reading: AC adapter
minutes
Reading: DC adapter
minutes
Reading: Battery
minutes

MEMORY 0/8

8 readings
Reading: Understanding Memory
minutes
Reading: Memory Access Methods
minutes
Reading: Memory Packaging
minutes
Reading: How Much Memory Is Enough?
minutes
Reading: Memory Selection Guidelines
minutes
Reading: Installing Memory
minutes
Reading: Troubleshooting Memory Installation and Operation
minutes
Reading: RIMM, DIMM, SODIMM, SIMM
minutes

FUNDAMENTALS 0/5

5 readings
Reading: PCs Defined
minutes
Reading: PC Components and Technologies
minutes
Reading: System Resources
minutes
Reading: Building or Buying a PC
minutes
Reading: Upgrading a PC
minutes

FLOPPY DISK DRIVES 0/6

6 readings
Reading: Diskette Types and Formats
minutes
Reading: Drive Types
minutes
Reading: FDD Interface and Cabling
minutes
Reading: Working with FDDs
minutes
Reading: Working with Obsolete Diskette Formats
minutes
Reading: Salvaging Diskette Data
minutes

INSTALLING, CONFIGURING, AND OPTIMIZING PC COMPONENTS 0/9

9 readings
Reading: Upgrading Storage Devices, Display Devices, Input/Multimedia Devices
minutes
Reading: Identifying Tools and Diagnostics for PC Components
minutes
Reading: Basic Aspects of Troubleshooting Techniques
minutes
Reading: Understanding Laptop Architecture
minutes
Reading: Laptop Case, Motherboards and Processors, Memory, Storage, Displays, Input Devices, Expansion Bus and Ports, Docking Stations, Power Systems
minutes
Reading: Managing Power and Removing Devices
minutes
Reading: Understanding Laptop Power Management, Managing Power in windows, Removing Laptop-specific Hardware
minutes
Reading: Troubleshooting and Performing Preventative Maintenances on Laptops
minutes
Reading: Diagnosing Laptop Problems, Performing Preventative Maintenance
minutes

TAPE DRIVES 0/4

4 readings
Reading: Choosing a Tape Drive
minutes
Reading: Installing and Configuring a Tape Drive
minutes
Reading: Care and Feeding of a Tape Drive
minutes
Reading: Troubleshooting Tape Drive Problems
minutes

CD-ROM DRIVES 0/5

5 readings
Reading: Compact Disc Fundamentals
minutes
Reading: CD-ROM Drive Performance
minutes
Reading: Choosing a CD-ROM Drive
minutes
Reading: Installing and Configuring a CD-ROM Drive
minutes
Reading: Cleaning a CD-ROM Drive
minutes

HARD DISK INTERFACES 0/3

3 readings
Reading: IDE
minutes
Reading: SCSI
minutes
Reading: ATA Versus SCSI
minutes

DVD DRIVES 0/3

3 readings
Reading: DVD-ROM
minutes
Reading: DVD Writable and Rewritable
minutes
Reading: Installing and Configuring a DVD Drive
minutes

VIDEO ADAPTERS 0/7

7 readings
Reading: Video Adapter Characteristics
minutes
Reading: Choosing a Graphics Processor
minutes
Reading: Choosing a Video Adapter
minutes
Reading: Installing a Video Adapter
minutes
Reading: Configuring Video Under Windows 98/2000
minutes
Reading: Configuring Video Under Windows NT 4
minutes
Reading: Troubleshooting Video Adapter Problems
minutes

HARD DISK DRIVES 0/3

3 readings
Reading: How Hard Disks Work
minutes
Reading: Choosing a Hard Disk
minutes
Reading: Installing a Hard Disk
minutes

MONITORS 0/4

4 readings
Reading: Monitor Characteristics
minutes
Reading: Choosing a Monitor
minutes
Reading: Installing and Configuring a Monitor
minutes
Reading: Troubleshooting Monitor Problems
minutes

INSTALL AND CONFIGURE PERIPHERALS AND INPUT DEVICES 0/7

7 readings
Reading: Mouse
minutes
Reading: Keyboard
minutes
Reading: Bar code reader
minutes
Reading: Multimedia (e.g. web and digital cameras, MIDI, microphones)
minutes
Reading: Biometric devices
minutes
Reading: Touch screen
minutes
Reading: KVM switch
minutes

SPEAKERS AND HEADPHONES 0/2

2 readings
Reading: Speaker and Headphone Characteristics
minutes
Reading: Choosing Speakers and Headphones
minutes

SOUND CARDS 0/11

11 readings
Reading: PC Audio Types
minutes
Reading: MIDI Synthesis Methods
minutes
Reading: Downloadable Sounds
minutes
Reading: Sound Card Components
minutes
Reading: Sound Card Characteristics
minutes
Reading: Choosing a Sound Card
minutes
Reading: Installing a Sound Card
minutes
Reading: Configuring a Sound Card Under Windows 95/98/2000
minutes
Reading: Configuring a Sound Card Under Windows NT 4
minutes
Reading: Troubleshooting Sound Card Problems
minutes
Reading: MP3
minutes

MICE AND TRACKBALLS 0/6

6 readings
Reading: Mice Versus Trackballs
minutes
Reading: Mouse Characteristics
minutes
Reading: Choosing a Mouse
minutes
Reading: Configuring a Mouse or Trackball
minutes
Reading: Cleaning a Mouse
minutes
Reading: Troubleshooting a Mouse
minutes

KEYBOARDS 0/7

7 readings
Reading: Keyboard Switch Types
minutes
Reading: Keyboard Styles
minutes
Reading: Keyboard Interfaces
minutes
Reading: Choosing a Keyboard
minutes
Reading: Configuring a Keyboard
minutes
Reading: Cleaning a Keyboard
minutes
Reading: Troubleshooting and Repairing Keyboards
minutes

CASES 0/2

2 readings
Reading: Case Characteristics
minutes
Reading: Choosing a Case
minutes

GAME CONTROLLERS 0/5

5 readings
Reading: Game Controller Characteristics
minutes
Reading: Gameport Interface
minutes
Reading: Choosing a Game Controller
minutes
Reading: Installing a Game Controller
minutes
Reading: Troubleshooting Game Controllers
minutes

BACKUP POWER SUPPLIES 0/4

4 readings
Reading: What BPSes Protect Against
minutes
Reading: BPS Types
minutes
Reading: BPS Characteristics
minutes
Reading: Choosing a BPS
minutes

POWER SUPPLIES 0/6

6 readings
Reading: Power Supply Characteristics
minutes
Reading: Volts, Amps, Watts, and Regulation
minutes
Reading: Power Connectors
minutes
Reading: Choosing a Power Supply
minutes
Reading: Installing a Power Supply
minutes
Reading: Troubleshooting Power Supplies
minutes

BUILDING A PC STEP BY STEP 0/13

13 readings
Reading: Step 1: Prepare the Case
minutes
Reading: Step 2: Configure the Motherboard
minutes
Reading: Step 3: Install the Processor
minutes
Reading: Step 4: Install the Memory
minutes
Reading: Step 5: Prepare Drives for Installation
minutes
Reading: Step 6: Install the Floppy Disk Drive
minutes
Reading: Step 7: Install Other Drives
minutes
Reading: Step 8: Install the Motherboard
minutes
Reading: Step 9: Connect Cables to the Motherboard
minutes
Reading: Step 10: Install Expansion Cards
minutes
Reading: Step 11: Perform the “Smoke Test”
minutes
Reading: Step 12: Install Software
minutes
Reading: Step 13: Finishing Touches
minutes

DESIGNING A PC 0/5

5 readings
Reading: Low-End System
minutes
Reading: Mainstream System
minutes
Reading: High-Performance System
minutes
Reading: Workstation System
minutes
Reading: Purchasing Components
minutes

IDENTIFY THE PROCEDURES FOR INSTALLING OPERATING SYSTEM 0/23

23 readings
Reading: Verify hardware compatibility and minimum requirements
minutes
Reading: Determine OS installation options
minutes
Reading: Installation type (typical, custom, other)
minutes
Reading: Network configuration
minutes
Reading: File system type
minutes
Reading: Dual Boot Support
minutes
Reading: Disk preparation order (conceptual disk preparation)
minutes
Reading: Start the installation
minutes
Reading: Partition
minutes
Reading: Format drive
minutes
Reading: Run appropriate set up utility
minutes
Reading: Setup
minutes
Reading: Winnt
minutes
Reading: Installation methods
minutes
Reading: Bootable CD
minutes
Reading: Boot floppy
minutes
Reading: Network installation
minutes
Reading: Drive Imaging
minutes
Reading: Device Driver Configuration
minutes
Reading: Load default drivers
minutes
Reading: Find updated drivers
minutes
Reading: Restore user data files (if applicable)
minutes
Reading: Identify common symptoms and problems
minutes

WORKING WITH PERSONAL COMPUTER COMPONENTS 0/8

8 readings
Reading: Removing, Installing, and Configuring Components
minutes
Reading: Selecting components, Motherboards, CPUs, Memory, and Adapter Cards, Storage Devices, Power Supplies, Display Devices, Input Devices, Cooling Systems
minutes
Reading: Using Tools and Diagnostic Procedure for Personal
minutes
Reading: Computer Components
minutes
Reading: Understanding Computer Resources
minutes
Reading: Determining Available Resources
minutes
Reading: Manually Specifying a Resource Assignment
minutes
Reading: Performing Preventative Maintenance for personal Computer Components
minutes

IDENTIFY PROCEDURES FOR INSTALLING/ADDING A DEVICE, INCLUDING 0/10

10 readings
Reading: loading, adding, and configuring device drivers, and required software.
minutes
Reading: Device Driver Installation
minutes
Reading: Plug and Play (PNP) and non-PNP devices
minutes
Reading: Install and configure device drivers
minutes
Reading: Install different device drivers
minutes
Reading: Manually install a device driver
minutes
Reading: Search the Internet for updated device drivers
minutes
Reading: Using unsigned drivers (driver signing)
minutes
Reading: Install Additional Windows components
minutes
Reading: Determine if permissions are adequate for performing the task
minutes

PRINTER AND SCANNER FUNDAMENTALS 0/6

6 readings
Reading: Impact Printers, Bubble-Jet Printers, Laser Printers,
minutes
Reading: Printer Interfaces and Supplies.
minutes
Reading: Installing, Configuring, and Upgrading Printers and Scanners
minutes
Reading: Optimizing Printer and Scanner Performance
minutes
Reading: Troubleshooting Printers and Scanners
minutes
Reading: Dot-Matrix Printer Problems, Bubble-Jet Printer Problems, Laser and Page Printer Problems, Scanner Troubleshooting.
minutes

IDENTIFY PROCEDURES NECESSARY TO OPTIMIZE THE OPERATING SYSTEM 0/6

6 readings
Reading: and major operating system subsystems.
minutes
Reading: Virtual Memory Management
minutes
Reading: Disk Defragmentation
minutes
Reading: Files and Buffers
minutes
Reading: Caches
minutes
Reading: Temporary file management
minutes

RECOGNIZE COMMON OPERATIONAL AND USABILITY PROBLEMS AND DETERMINE HOW TO SOLVE THEM 0/20

20 readings
Reading: Troubleshooting Windows-specific printing problems
minutes
Reading: Print spool is stalled
minutes
Reading: Incorrect/incompatible driver for print
minutes
Reading: Incorrect parameter
minutes
Reading: Other Common problems
minutes
Reading: General Protection Faults
minutes
Reading: Bluescreen error (BSOD)
minutes
Reading: Illegal operation
minutes
Reading: Invalid working directory
minutes
Reading: System lock up
minutes
Reading: Option (Sound card, modem, input device) or will not function
minutes
Reading: Application will not start or load
minutes
Reading: Cannot log on to network (option – NIC not functioning)
minutes
Reading: Applications don’t install
minutes
Reading: Network connection
minutes
Reading: Viruses and virus types
minutes
Reading: What they are
minutes
Reading: TSR (Terminate Stay Resident) programs and virus
minutes
Reading: Sources (floppy, emails, etc.)
minutes
Reading: How to determine presence
minutes

NETWORKING FUNDAMENTALS 0/4

4 readings
Reading: Understanding Networking Principles
minutes
Reading: Understanding Networking Components, Identifying Common Network Media
minutes
Reading: Installing, Configuring, and Troubleshooting Networks
minutes
Reading: Installing and Configuring Network Interface Cards, Obtaining Wired and Wireless Internet Connections, Troubleshooting Network Interface Cards
minutes

IDENTIFY THE NETWORKING CAPABILITIES OF WINDOWS. GIVEN 0/14

14 readings
Reading: configuration parameters, configure the operating system to
minutes
Reading: connect to a network.
minutes
Reading: Configure protocols
minutes
Reading: TCP/IP
minutes
Reading: Gateway
minutes
Reading: Subnet mask
minutes
Reading: DNS (and domain suffix)
minutes
Reading: WINS
minutes
Reading: Static address assignment
minutes
Reading: Automatic address assignment (APIPA, DHCP)
minutes
Reading: IPX/SPX (NWLink)
minutes
Reading: Appletalk
minutes
Reading: NetBEUI/ NetBIOS
minutes
Reading: Configure Client options
minutes

IDENTIFY THE BASIC INTERNET PROTOCOLS AND TERMINOLOGIES 0/24

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20 videos, 4 readings
Reading: Protocols and terminologies
minutes
Reading: ISP
minutes
Reading: TCP/IP
minutes
Reading: E-mail (POP, SMTP, IMAP)
minutes
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UNDERSTANDING NETWORK SECURITY FUNDAMENTALS 0/13

13 readings
Reading: Authentication Technologies
minutes
Reading: Working with Hardware and Software Security
minutes
Reading: Understanding Wireless Security
minutes
Reading: understanding data and physical security solutions
minutes
Reading: BIOS security
minutes
Reading: Malicious Software Protection
minutes
Reading: Data Access
minutes
Reading: Backup Procedure
minutes
Reading: Data Migration
minutes
Reading: Data Remnant Removal
minutes
Reading: Password Management
minutes
Reading: Locking Workstations
minutes
Reading: Identifying Security Problem Areas
minutes

IDENTIFYING SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES 0/10

10 readings
Reading: Identifying Potential Safety Hazards
minutes
Reading: Identifying Environmental Concerns
minutes
Reading: Using Safety Documentation
minutes
Reading: Using Appropriate Repair Tools
minutes
Reading: Handling Accidents
minutes
Reading: Applying Proper Safety and Disposal Procedures
minutes
Reading: Preventing Electrostatic Discharge(ESD)
minutes
Reading: Working in a Safe Environment
minutes
Reading: Handling Equipment
minutes
Reading: Following Disposal Procedures
minutes

SECURITY 0/11

11 readings
Reading: User Accounts and Groups
minutes
Reading: Active Directory
minutes
Reading: Active Directory Groups
minutes
Reading: Authentication
minutes
Reading: Protocols
minutes
Reading: File System Security
minutes
Reading: NTFS Advantages, Security, Permissions
minutes
Reading: Disabling Simple File Sharing
minutes
Reading: Encryption, Security Policies
minutes
Reading: Auditing, Physical Access Restrictions
minutes
Reading: Network Security
minutes

SECURITY AND TROUBLESHOOT COMMON ISSUES 0/22

22 readings
Reading: Local users and groups: Administrator
minutes
Reading: Power Users
minutes
Reading: Guest
minutes
Reading: Users
minutes
Reading: Vista User Access Control (UAC)
minutes
Reading: NTFS vs. Share permissions
minutes
Reading: Allow vs. deny
minutes
Reading: Difference between moving and copying folders and files
minutes
Reading: File attributes
minutes
Reading: Shared files and folders
minutes
Reading: Administrative shares vs. local shares
minutes
Reading: Permission propagation
minutes
Reading: Inheritance
minutes
Reading: System files and folders
minutes
Reading: Encryption (Bitlocker, EFS)
minutes
Reading: User authentication
minutes
Reading: System
minutes
Reading: BIOS security
minutes
Reading: Drive lock
minutes
Reading: Passwords
minutes
Reading: Intrusion detection
minutes
Reading: TPM
minutes

CONFIGURATION 0/10

1 video, 9 readings
Reading: Verify the configuration
minutes
Reading: Understand the use of the following tools
minutes
Reading: IPCONFIG.EXE
minutes
Reading: WINIPCFG.EXE
minutes
10 minutes
Reading: TRACERT.EXE
minutes
Reading: NSLOOKUP.EXE
minutes
Reading: Share resources (Understand the capabilities/limitations with each OS version)
minutes
Reading: Setting permissions to shared resources
minutes
Reading: Network type and network card
minutes

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