IT Fundamentals & Troubleshooting for Computer Technicians
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Master IT Fundamentals: Elevate Your Tech Skills!
Are you ready to kickstart a rewarding career in computer technology? Unleash your potential with our comprehensive online course: IT Fundamentals & Troubleshooting for Computer Technicians – a program based on the esteemed CompTIA A+ Core 1 Foundation.
Why Choose Our Course?
Industry-Driven Curriculum: Dive into the heart of computer technology with a curriculum crafted on a solid foundation in computer repair, maintenance, networking, virtualization, mobile devices, cloud computing and IT troubleshooting – essential skills for any aspiring IT professional.
Step by Step Learning: Learn by watching demonstrations that simulate real-world scenarios and gain the confidence to tackle any computer-related challenge thrown your way.
Expert Instructors: Benefit from the wisdom of seasoned IT professionals who bring real-world experience into the virtual classroom. Our instructors are dedicated to your success, guiding you through every step of the learning journey.
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Certification of Completion: Receive a Udemy certification of completion for this course that you can download or print out for use when finding or changing IT related careers.
What You’ll Master:
1. Computer Repair: Identify and fix hardware and software issues with confidence.
2. Maintenance Strategies: Implement proactive measures to keep systems running smoothly.
3. Troubleshooting Expertise: Develop the skills to diagnose and resolve complex IT challenges.
4. Mobile Device Repair: Learn about the common smartphone and tablet issues and how to resolve them.
5. Networking Concepts: Gain an understanding of network hardware, cabling and troubleshooting techniques.
6. Virtualization and Cloud Computing: Discover what it takes to manage virtual servers and cloud based platforms.
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3Hardware/Device ReplacementVideo lesson
While working on mobile devices, you will find that there are many components that make up these devices and you will need to know how to replace them when needed.
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4Display/Screen TypesVideo lesson
Even though the screens on our mobile devices might look the same, there are several types of screen types in use that you should know about.
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5Connection Methods/TypesVideo lesson
There are several ways to connect peripherals and services to our mobile devices so knowing how to connect these items to your devices is essential.
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6AccessoriesVideo lesson
There are a multitude of accessories that can be connected to laptops, smartphones and tablets. Here you will learn about the most common types in use today.
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7Cellular Data NetworksVideo lesson
When our smartphones are not using a Wi-Fi connection at home or at the office, they use a cellular service which allows them to have a data connection from almost anywhere you might be.
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8BluetoothVideo lesson
Bluetooth is a commonly used wireless connection method that can be used to connect keyboards, mice and headphones to our mobile devices.
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9How to Find Which Bluetooth Versions Your Computer SupportsVideo lesson
If you need to find out what versions of Bluetooth your computer supports in case you are planning on getting some new Bluetooth enabled device, its very easy to find by using the Windows Device Manager.
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10Wi-Fi (Wireless Networks)Video lesson
With everything connected to the internet these days, it makes sense that you will need to know how Wi-Fi works and how to manage your wireless connections.
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11Networking FundamentalsVideo lesson
Knowing how networks work and are configured is an essential skill to know in any IT related field.
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12IP AddressingVideo lesson
All computers on a network will need an IP address to communicate with each other so its essential to know how to configure the addresses and also troubleshoot them when things go wrong.
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13Networking CommandsVideo lesson
There are many networking tasks that will need to be performed using the command line. Here you will learn about the most common network commands in use today.
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14Ports and ProtocolsVideo lesson
Devices on the network communicate with each other via ports and protocols. Here you will learn what ports and protocols are use for specific network traffic.
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15Wireless Frequencies and StandardsVideo lesson
There are more devices using wireless networks than ever before and there are many Wi-Fi standard in use today as well as the 2.4 and 5GHz frequencies that you should know about.
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163 Ways to Find Your Wireless (Wi-Fi) Password in WindowsVideo lesson
If you are on a wireless network and forgot your password or need to find the password for a someone else's Wi-Fi connection, you can easily do so in Windows by using one of these three methods. You can find the Wi-Fi password using the Network and Sharing Center in Control Panel, via the Windows Settings app or by using the command line.
Here are the commands from the video.
netsh wlan show profile
netsh wlan show profile "your SSID" key=clear
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17How to Remove Saved Wireless (Wi-Fi) Connections from your ComputerVideo lesson
If you connect to a lot of wireless access points (hotspots) with your computer, you might have noticed that Windows will save or remember these Wi-Fi connections and keep them on your computer in case you want to connect to them again later. Fortunately, it is easy to remove any saved wireless connection name (SSID) that you no longer want saved on your computer. This way you can only keep the connections that you frequently use.
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18TCP vs. UDPVideo lesson
TCP and UDP are two fundamental protocols in the TCP/IP suite, responsible for transporting data across networks.
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19Network HardwareVideo lesson
There are many devices that are used in networking. In this lesson, we will be covering these devices and explaining what they are used for.
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20FirewallsVideo lesson
Firewalls are used to keep unwanted traffic from coming into your network or leaving your network. They are an essential tool in any network, even at home.
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21Server RolesVideo lesson
When working in the IT field, you will notice that there are many server roles that need to be in place for an organization to be able to function properly.
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22Virtual Private Networks (VPN)Video lesson
VPNs are used to connect to a network or computer in a different location over the internet and are a very common tool used in the IT field.
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23DNSVideo lesson
DNS, or Domain Name System, is a hierarchical and distributed naming system for computers and services on the Internet. It translates domain names into IP addresses, allowing users to access websites and services using friendly names instead of remembering complex numerical addresses.
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24DHCPVideo lesson
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is a network protocol that automatically assigns IP addresses and other network configuration parameters to devices connected to an IP network.
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25Network ToolsVideo lesson
There are a variety of tools that can be used to configure and troubleshoot networks. In this lesson, we will be showing you what these tools are used for.
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26Using the Windows Network and Sharing Center ToolVideo lesson
Windows allows you to configure your network settings from multiple places and the Network and Sharing Center has several tools you can use to do so.
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27The Windows Network & Internet Settings AppVideo lesson
You can go to the Windows Settings app and then to the Network & Internet section to find additional ways to configure and view network settings in Windows.
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28How to Find What Types of Devices are on Your Wireless NetworkVideo lesson
If you are able to see a listing of the devices on your wireless network from your ISP but it does not show the name or model of the device, then you can get some helpful information but looking up the device's MAC address online. This is helpful when it comes to figuring out whether or not that device should be connected to your network.
Here is a link to the website from the video. https://macaddress.io/
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29Building Your Own ComputerVideo lesson
Building your own computer can be a great way to learn how all of the components of a computer work together and also how to troubleshoot hardware issues when things go wrong.
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30Expansion / Add-on cardsVideo lesson
Expansion cards are used to add additional functionality to a computer such as extra network ports or a higher performance video card.
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31Motherboards and CPUsVideo lesson
The motherboard is the main circuit board in a computer that connects all the essential components, while the CPU (Central Processing Unit) is the "brain" of the computer that executes instructions and processes data.
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32RAM (Random Access Memory)Video lesson
RAM is the computer's short-term memory, where the data that the processor is currently using is stored.
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33Video and Peripheral Cable TypesVideo lesson
There are many types of cables used to connect devices to your computer such as monitors and printers.
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34Hard drivesVideo lesson
A computer hard drive is a non-volatile data storage device that uses magnetic storage to store and retrieve digital information.
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35Printer TypesVideo lesson
There are many types of printer in use today such as laser, inkjet and thermal. Its important to know how they work and how to troubleshoot them.
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36Removable StorageVideo lesson
Removable storage devices can include external hard drives, USB flash drives, memory cards and more. Each of these have their own unique uses.
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37BIOS vs. UEFIVideo lesson
BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) and UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface) are both firmware programs that initialize a computer's hardware and load the operating system.
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38PCCPU CoolingVideo lesson
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39Virtualization OverviewVideo lesson
Virtualization is the creation of a virtual representation of a physical resource, such as a computer system, operating system, storage device, or network, enabling multiple users to share the same resources without affecting each other.
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40Enterprise Level VirtualizationVideo lesson
Organizations use high end virtualization platforms to consolidate multiple physical severs into fewer servers by running many virtual servers on one physical server.
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41Desktop VirtualizationVideo lesson
If you want to get some experience with virtualization at home, using one of the desktop virtualization platforms is a great and inexpensive way to go.
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42VMware Workstation Desktop Virtualization DemoVideo lesson
VMware Workstation is a powerful virtualization software that allows users to create and run multiple virtual machines (VMs) on a single physical machine. It provides a robust platform for developers, IT professionals, and power users to simulate various operating systems and environments for testing, development, and troubleshooting purposes. With VMware Workstation, users can run Windows, Linux, and other operating systems simultaneously, each in its isolated virtual environment, enabling efficient multitasking and flexibility. The software offers features such as snapshots, clones, and virtual networking, making it easy to manage and customize VMs to suit specific requirements. Additionally, VMware Workstation supports advanced functionalities like virtualization-based security features, remote access, and integration with VMware vSphere for seamless migration and deployment of VMs across different environments.
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43Oracle VirtualBox Desktop Virtualization DemoVideo lesson
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44Microsoft Hyper-V Desktop Virtualization DemoVideo lesson
Hyper-V is a virtualization platform developed by Microsoft, primarily designed for creating and managing virtual machines (VMs) on Windows servers and desktops. It allows users to run multiple operating systems simultaneously on a single physical machine, enabling efficient resource utilization and workload isolation. Hyper-V provides a range of features, including support for various guest operating systems, virtual networking capabilities, storage management, and integration with other Microsoft technologies such as Active Directory and PowerShell. With its scalability, performance, and robust management tools, Hyper-V is widely used in enterprise environments for server consolidation, development and testing, disaster recovery, and cloud computing deployments.
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45Business Cloud & ServicesVideo lesson
Many companies use online cloud providers to do things such as store their files and run their applications to save money rather than manage their own internal IT infrastructure.
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46Consumer Cloud PlatformsVideo lesson
There are many free online cloud storage platforms that you can use to store your files as well as share them with others.
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47Common Hardware and Networking ProblemsVideo lesson
One important thing to know when it comes to basic IT fundamentals is how to troubleshoot common hardware issues and network connectivity problems.
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48Diagnosing Motherboard, RAM, CPU, and Power IssuesVideo lesson
When a computer hardware component fails, you will find that you need to do some troubleshooting to narrow down which component is causing the problem.
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49Windows Memory Diagnostic ToolVideo lesson
The Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool is a built-in tool that checks your computer's memory for errors that can cause crashes, blue screens, and other problems.
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50Windows Event ViewerVideo lesson
The Windows Event Viewer is a tool that allows users to view and manage logs of events that occur on a Windows computer.
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51Diagnosing Storage DevicesVideo lesson
When storage devices such as hard drives begin to fail, its essential to know what tools you can use to help diagnose the issue to fix the problem.
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52Diagnosing Networking and Wireless IssuesVideo lesson
Diagnosing networking and wireless issues involves identifying and resolving problems that affect the connectivity and performance of computer networks and wireless devices.
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53Diagnosing Video and Display IssuesVideo lesson
In this lesson you will learn about the common causes for video and display issues and how to resolve them.
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54Diagnosing PrintersVideo lesson
Diagnosing printer issues involves identifying the source of the problem, whether it's hardware, software, or network related, and applying appropriate troubleshooting steps to resolve the issue.
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55Diagnosing Mobile DevicesVideo lesson
Diagnosing mobile devices involves identifying and resolving software and hardware issues that affect their functionality.
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56Windows Disk ManagementVideo lesson
Windows Disk Management is a built-in tool that allows you to manage your computer's hard drives and partitions, including creating, formatting, and deleting partitions.
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57Using Windows Device ManagerVideo lesson
The Windows Device Manager is a tool that provides users with a centralized view of all the hardware devices connected to their computer.
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58What is the CompTIA A+ Certification?Video lesson
The CompTIA A+ certification is a vendor-neutral, industry-recognized credential that validates an individual's foundational knowledge and skills in fundamental computer hardware and software troubleshooting and repair. It serves as the starting point for various IT career paths and is considered the most popular and widely sought-after entry-level IT certification.
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59Take Fully Simulated CompTIA A+ Practice Tests!Video lesson
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60CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) Sample Practice TestQuiz
Practice test with official sample questions that would be on the certification test.
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61How to Configure Your Computer to Boot into Safe Mode & Enable the F8 KeyVideo lesson
If you find yourself often booting into Safe Mode, you may want to try out the BootSafe tool which will let you easily boot into the various Safe Mode configurations on the spot or on your next reboot. It will also allow you to enable the older F8 key functionality where you can press F8 while booting your computer to get to the Safe Mode menu.
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62Run a Process or Program with System or TrustedInstaller Account PrivilegesVideo lesson
If you have a process or application that you need to run using the TrustedInstaller, System or Admin rights, you can easily run that process using the free RunX software. It has a GUI (graphical user interface) version as well as a command line version that you can use for scripting etc. You can also add command line arguments in the GUI. You can also run programs as a standard user (de-elevated) to see how or if they will run without admin rights.
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63How to Find the Security Identifiers (SIDS) for All User Accounts on a ComputerVideo lesson
Windows Security Identifiers (SIDs) are unique alphanumeric strings assigned to every user, group, and computer in a Windows environment to manage access and permissions. SIDs are used internally by the operating system to identify and authenticate entities, ensuring that security settings and access controls are consistently applied. Each SID is unique within a given security context, allowing Windows to accurately distinguish between different users and groups when managing file permissions, group policies, and other security-related functions.
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64How to Enable the Local Security Policy Editor on Windows 11 Home EditionVideo lesson
The Windows Local Security Policy Editor is a management tool that allows administrators to configure and enforce security settings on a local computer. Through this editor, users can set policies that govern various security aspects such as user rights assignments, account policies, and audit policies. It provides control over password policies, user permissions, and security options to help maintain system integrity and protect against unauthorized access. The Local Security Policy Editor is essential for managing security on standalone computers or in environments where centralized group policies are not in use.
