The aim of this e-learning course is to familiarize you with the main concepts associated with computers, which you encounter on a daily basis in both your private and professional lives. After a brief introduction to the history of computing, you will learn about the main hardware components that make up a computer. We'll then introduce you to the main operating systems and applications used on a daily basis. We conclude with a look at data protection issues on the Internet.
Objectives
By the end of the course, participant will have familiarized themselves with the main concepts associated with computing.
Is it for you ?
Anyone wishing to familiarize themselves with the main concepts associated with computing in a private or professional context.
Content
Essential modules
The world of computing - Introduction and essential concepts
Video: This module includes a 1 hour 35 minute video.
Introduction
- History of computing
- Key figures in computing
- Computing today
Hardware
- Computers
- Mobile devices
- Servers and networking
- Connected devices
Operating systems
- Windows
- MacOS
- Linux
- iOS
- Android
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Productivity applications
- Office suites
- Word processors
- Spreadsheets
- Presentation software
- Online storage
- Computer graphics and video
- Business applications
Internet and communication tools
- The web
- Browsers
- Search engines
- Messaging software and webmails
- Instant messaging applications
- Chat and videoconferencing applications
- Social networks
- Data protection and privacy on the Internet
Introduction to computers - Windows 11, Word 2021, Excel 2021, Outlook 2021 and Microsoft Edge
Book: This module offers you access to digital course material.
- Windows environment
- Applications
- Windows
- Word interface
- Documents
- Entering/selecting/editing text
- Text formatting
- Page layout and printing
- Table
- Excel interface
- Workbooks
- Move/select
- Data entry and modification
- Simple calculations
- Sheets, rows, columns
- Data/cell presentation
- Page layout and printing
- Graphics
- Viewing folders and files
- Managing files and folders
- OneDrive: the online storage space
- Sending and receiving messages with Outlook
- Internet browser: Microsoft Edge
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100% online training. Accessible anytime, from anywhere, giving a one year of access to the training. If you have any questions regarding registration, the language of instruction, or cancellation policies, please consult our FAQ .
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