What is Basic Computer Skills?
A Computer is simply an electronic device that can store, retrieve and process data.
Basic Computer Skills is the study of the fundamental components and uses of a Computer (PC).
A Computer is divided into:
Hardware, which is the physical structure such as Monitor, Keyboard, Mouse, Computer Case, Motherboard; and
Software, which are set of instructions which tell the hardware what to do and how to do it; like the web browsers, word processors, games and file explorers.
Types of Computer
There are many different types of computers which include:
Desktop Computers:Â These types of computers have the computer case, monitor, keyboard, and mouse.
Laptop Computers:Â is another type of computer which is bettery-powered computer and can be carried along because of its portability and can be used anywhere.
Tablets Computers:Â which can be handled and are more portable than laptops and use a touch sensitive screen for navigation and typing, e.g. iPad.
Server Computers:Â We also have server computers that serves up information to other computers on a network.
Features of Computer
It should be noted that Personal Computers come in two styles:Â PC and Mac, with different look. However, PC is the most commonly used computer and has Microsoft Windows Operating System. Mac (Macintosh) computer on the other hand use the Mac OS X Operatin System and are produced by Apple Company.
A PC Computer has some parts which include the Computer Case, Monitor, Keyboard, Mouse, and Power Cord, all of which play a very important roles. However, Laptop Computers may not necessarily have all these parts separately because they are built in. For instance, while Desktop Computer has mouse that lets you point to objects on the screen, Laptop uses Touchpad which is touch sensitive pad that lets you control the pointer by making drawing motion with your finger.
When one looks inside the computer case, some of the things you find include Motherboard, Central Processing Unit CPU(Processor), Random Access Memory RAM, Hard Drive as well as Power Supply Unit. However, most computes have expansion slots on the Motherboard that allow you to add various other types of expansion cards.
It should also be noted that the computer hardware and software job rely on Operating System OS, which makes different programs to run at the same time. There are three most commonly used Operating Systems which are Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X and Linux.
Computer uses applications for its operations, which are softwares that allow you to do some tasks. Example of computer apps that are popular include Word Processors, Web Browsers, Media Players, Games to mention but few. There are many other applications which can be installed on the computer, or uninstall if you don’t want to use them anymore.
In the Full Course, you will learn everything you need to know about Basic Computer Skills with Certification to showcase knowledge/skill gained.
Curriculum
- 1 Section
- 28 Lessons
- 2 Weeks
- Basic Computer Skills Course Outline28
- 1.0What is a Computer
- 1.1Hardware Basics
- 1.2Basic Parts of a Computer
- 1.3Buttons and Ports on a Computer
- 1.4Inside a Computer
- 1.5Laptop Computers
- 1.6Mobile Devices
- 1.7Software Basics
- 1.8Understanding Operating Systems
- 1.9Understanding Applications
- 1.10Using a Computer
- 1.11Setting Up a Computer print
- 1.12Getting Started with Your First Computer
- 1.13Getting to Know the OS
- 1.14Using the Internet
- 1.15Connecting to the Internet
- 1.16Getting Started with the Internet
- 1.17Understanding the Cloud
- 1.18Safety and Maintenance
- 1.19Keeping Your Computer Clean
- 1.20Protecting Your Computer
- 1.21Creating a Safe Workspace
- 1.22Basic Troubleshooting Techniques
- 1.23How to Use Your Computer’s Built-in Help
- 1.24Learning a New Program
- 1.25Bringing Your Files with You
- 1.26Using Accessibility Features
- 1.27Exams and Certification
