Understand IT fundamentals: hardware, software, Internet, and productivity tools
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.
Is it for you ?
Anyone wishing to familiarize themselves with the main concepts associated with computing in a private or professional context.
Prerequisite
None.
Training content
1 Essential modules
The world of computing - Introduction and essential concepts
Video: This module includes a 1 hour 35 minute video.
2 Introduction
- History of computing
- Key figures in computing
- Computing today
3 Hardware
- Computers
- Mobile devices
- Servers and networking
- Connected devices
4 Operating systems
- Windows
- MacOS
- Linux
- iOS
- Android
5 Productivity applications
- Office suites
- Word processors
- Spreadsheets
- Presentation software
- Online storage
- Computer graphics and video
- Business applications
6 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
7 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
📌 Practical information
100% online training. Accessible anytime from anywhere for one year. If you have any questions about registration, the language of instruction, or the cancellation terms, please consult our FAQ