CompTIA IT Fundamentals

Course Details

• What You'll Learn
• Prepare a study plan for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals exam
• Basic concepts in computer communication
• • Basic functions and components of computers
• Common internal hardware components, including processors, storage devices, and
• • Peripheral components such as displays, printers, keyboard and other input/output
• • Basic types of software and considerations for installing, updating, and upgrading
• • Standard operating system configuration options, file systems, and file and folder
• Software applications and common file types
• • Mobile devices features, mobile operating systems, and working with mobile interfaces
• Common network types, architectures, and topologies
• • Basic concepts in network communication, including the OSI reference model, IP
• Common LAN and WAN technologies, transmission media, and protocols
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• Basic concepts and areas of information security, including authentication, encryption,
• Firewalls
• Basic concepts and activities for maintaining, monitoring, and troubleshooting computer
• Systems and Networks
• • Future and developing technologies, such as virtualization, telepresence, and cloud
• Module 1 - Unit 1 - Using Computers
• Common Computing Devices
• Information Technology.
• Personal Computers (PC).
• Mobile Devices
• Internet of Things (IoT) Devices
• Module 1 / Unit 2 - Using a Workstation
• Setting up a PC System
• Ergonomic Concepts
• Navigating an OS
• Using Input Devices
• Recognizing Desktop Icons
• Working with Windows
• Module 1 / Unit 3 - Using an OS
• Functions of an Operating System
• Types of Operating System
• Virtualization
• Microsoft Windows
• Apple macOS and iOS
• Linux, Chrome, and Android
• File Explorer
• Windows Settings and Control Panel
• Using a Web Browser
• Module 1 / Unit 4
• Management Interfaces
• Process and Service Management .
• Memory and Disk Management
• Command Line Interfaces
• Access Control and Protection
• Module 1 / Unit 5 - Troubleshooting and Support
• Support and Troubleshooting
• Identifying the Problem
• Understanding the Problem
• Resolving and Documenting the Problem
• Troubleshooting PC Issues
• Getting Support
• Using a Search Engine
• Module 2 / Using Apps and Databases / Unit 1 Using Data Types and Units
• Notational Systems
• Units of Measure
• Data Types
• Data Representation
• The Value of Data
• Intellectual Property
• Data-driven Business Decisions
• Module 2 / Unit 2 Using Apps
• Installing Applications .
• Application Management
• Managing Software Licensing
• Productivity Software
• Collaboration Software
• Business Software
• Module 2 / Unit 3 - Programming and App Development
• Programming Logic
• Programming Languages
• Programming Concepts
• Object-Oriented Programming
• Scripting Languages
• Application Platforms and Delivery
• Module 2 / Unit 4 - Using Databases
• Database Concepts
• Database Structures.
• Relational Methods.
• Database Access Methods .
• Application Architecture Models
• Module 3 / Unit 1 - System Components
• Selecting a Computer
• Motherboard Components
• Processors.
• Features of Processors..
• System and Expansion Bus Technologies
• System Cooling
• BIOS and UEFI System Firmware..
• Module 3 / Unit 2 - Using Device Interfaces
• Computer Port and Connector Types....
• USB and Firewire
• Graphics Devices
• Graphic Device Interfaces.
• Input Devices
• Configuring Peripherals
• Bluetooth .
• RF and Near Field Communications (NFC)
• Networking Interfaces
• Module 3 / Unit 4 - Using Storage Devices
• System Memory
• Mass Storage Devices
• Optical Discs and Drives
• Removable Flash Memory Devices
• Module 3 / Unit 5 - Using File Systems
• Managing the File System
• Folders and Directories
• File Explorer.
• Files..
• File Attributes and Permissions.
• Searching for Folders and Files
• File Types and Extensions
• Module 4 / Unit 1 - Networking Concepts
• Network Components
• TCP/IP
• Internet Protocol
• Packet Delivery and Forwarding
• DNS and URLs
• Internet Application Services
• Module 4 / Unit 2 - Connecting to a Network
• Internet Service Types.
• Wireless Internet Services
• Setting Up a Wireless Network
• Configuring a Wireless Client.
• Connecting to an Enterprise Network
• Module 4 / Unit 3 - Secure Web Browsing
• Safe Browsing Practices
• Configuring Browser Security
• Managing Cookies and PII
• Digital Certificates and Anti-phishing
• Enabling a Firewall
• Module 4 / Unit 4 - Using Shared Storage
• Local Network Sharing and Storage
• Windows File Sharing
• Hosted Sharing and Storage
• Backups
• Windows Backup
• Module 4 / Unit 5 - Using Mobile Devices
• Using a Mobile Device
• Mobile Applications and App Stores .
• Network Connectivity
• Email Configuration
• Synchronization and Data Transfer
• Module 5 / Unit 1 - Security Concerns
• Computer Security Basics
• Social Engineering
• Business Continuity
• Disaster Recovery
• Module 5 / Unit 2 - Using Best Practices
• Securing Devices
• Malware
• Preventing Malware Infections .
• Spam
• Software Sources and Patch Management
• Module 5 / Unit 3 - Using Access Controls
• Access Controls
• User Account Types
• Authentication Factors
• Uses of Encryption
• Password Cracking and Management..
• Module 5 / Unit 4 - Behavioral Security Concepts
• Policies and Procedures
• Handling Confidential Information
• Acceptable Use Policies.
• Expectations of Privacy