Computing Fundamentals
(computing-fundamentals) / ISBN : 978-1-61691-865-1
About This Course
Computing Fundamentals course will help you learn about the fundamentals of computing. This computer fundamentals course covers topics such as operating systems, computer hardware, computer software, troubleshooting, common application features, word processing, spreadsheets, and more. This course also helps in understanding computer technology and how to navigate a variety of computing environments. It will also help you learn about the technologies that drive our computerized society, including the Internet and local area networks (LANs).
Skills You’ll Get
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Interactive Lessons
18+ Interactive Lessons | 175+ Exercises | 176+ Quizzes | 904+ Flashcards | 686+ Glossary of terms
Computer Basics
- Understanding Information Systems
- Identifying Computer Types
- Understanding Software Types
- Computer System Components
- How Computers Communicate
- Summary
- Test Yourself
The System Unit
- Understanding CPUs
- Understanding Memory
- Understanding Motherboards
- Understanding Power Supplies
- Troubleshooting Common System Unit Problems
- Summary
- Test Yourself
Input, Output, and Storage
- Selecting and Using Input Devices
- Selecting and Using Output Devices
- Choosing Appropriate Storage Devices
- Summary
- Test Yourself
Operating System Basics
- Understanding System Software
- Comparing the Major Operating Systems
- Understanding Device Drivers
- Understanding Digital Storage
- Summary
- Test Yourself
Introduction to Windows 8.1
- A Tour of Windows 8.1
- Starting Up and Shutting Down
- Running Applications
- Managing Files
- Summary
- Test Yourself
Windows 8.1 Administration and Maintenance
- Managing User Accounts
- Using System Utilities
- Troubleshooting Common Windows Problems
- Summary
- Test Yourself
Understanding Application Software
- Business Productivity Software
- Graphics Software
- Other Types of Software
- Managing Your Applications
- Summary
- Test Yourself
Understanding Microsoft Office 2013
- Understanding the Office 2013 Interface
- Using Basic Features of Office Applications
- Saving, Opening, and Creating Files
- Printing and Sharing Files
- Setting Application Options
- Summary
- Test Yourself
Word Processing with Microsoft Word
- Editing and Formatting Text
- Formatting Paragraphs
- Formatting Documents and Sections
- Working with Pictures
- Working with Tables
- Correcting and Collaborating
- Summary
- Test Yourself
Creating Spreadsheets with Microsoft Excel
- Understanding the Excel Interface
- Moving Around in a Worksheet
- Changing the Structure of a Worksheet
- Entering Formulas and Functions
- Creating Charts
- Working with Data Tables
- Summary
- Test Yourself
Managing Databases with Access
- Understanding Access Databases
- Creating Databases and Tables
- Understanding the Access Interface
- Creating Queries
- Creating Forms and Reports
- Summary
- Test Yourself
Creating Presentation Graphics with PowerPoint
- Building a Basic Presentation
- Formatting a Presentation
- Creating and Inserting Content
- Applying Transitions and Animations
- Presenting a Slide Show
- Summary
- Test Yourself
Networking and Internet Basics
- Our Connected World: Communication Systems
- The Internet
- Ways of Classifying Networks
- Wireless Networking Technologies
- Network Hardware
- Understanding and Connecting to the Internet
- Troubleshooting Network and Internet Connections
- Summary
- Test Yourself
Online Communication
- Internet Communication Types
- Communicating Appropriately
- Using and Managing Email
- Summary
- Test Yourself
Web Basics
- How the Web Works
- Accessing the Web with a Browser
- Using Web Search Tools
- Summary
- Test Yourself
Network and Internet Privacy and Security
- Network and Internet Security Concerns
- Network and Internet Privacy Concerns
- Strategies for Improving Security
- Summary
- Test Yourself
Legal, Ethical, Health, and Environmental Issues in Computing
- Legal Issues in Computing
- Ethical Issues in Computing
- Health Issues in Computing
- Environmental Issues in Computer Disposal
- Summary
- Test Yourself
Appendix A: Customizing Windows 8.1
- Customizing the Interface
- Changing Location-Based Settings
- Summary
- Test Yourself