Course length: 1 day
Prerequisites: None
Overview: You will learn basic computer concepts and skills related to IBM and compatible computers. You will also receive a thorough introduction to the hardware components of a personal computer.

Course content

Lesson 1: Getting started

• Orientation to personal computers
• The system unit
• Connecting the components
• Starting the computer

Lesson 2: Input devices

• The keyboard
• The mouse
• Other input devices

Lesson 3: Processing

• The CPU
• Memory

Lesson 4: Storage

• An overview of storage devices
• The floppy-disk drive
• The hard-disk drive
• Other storage devices

Lesson 5: Output devices

• Monitors
• Printers
• Modems
• Sound boards

Lesson 6: The operating system

• An introduction to the operating system
• File-management concepts

Lesson 7: DOS survival guide

• Using the command prompt

Lesson 8: Windows survival guide

• The Windows Desktop
• The Program Manager
• Organizing the Desktop
• The File Manager

Lesson 9: Application software

• Using application software

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