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CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+)

5 hours, 34 minutes CPE count

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    Syllabus

  • Developing and Implementing Software Course — 00:16:07

    • K0016, K0068, K0266, K0372, K0373, K0396, S0060

      Get ready for a deep dive into the details of programming with this course on developing software.

  • How People Use Computers Course — 00:18:54

    • K0036, K0071, K0109, K0113, K0137, K0302

      Begin your exploration of IT fundamentals with this course on how people use computers.

  • System Hardware Course — 00:24:12

    • K0030, K0109, K0321, S0074

      System hardware can be complicated. Let’s take a look at some different types of hardware.

  • Device Ports and Peripherals Course — 00:13:02

    • K0109, K0192, K0491

      Explore device ports, peripherals and video cards with this course.

  • Data Storage and Sharing Course — 00:17:06

    • K0097, K0109, K0114, K0373, K0622

      In this course, you’ll get to grips with the technologies of data storage and sharing.

  • Understanding Operating Systems Course — 00:14:03

    • K0060, K0318, K0608

      Begin digging into the details of operating systems with this course on OS functions and interfaces.

  • Setting Up and Configuring a PC Course — 00:16:12

    • K0302

      Explore the details of PC setup and configuration.

  • Setting Up and Configuring a Mobile Device Course — 00:22:03

    • K0269, K0302

      Examine the details of setting up and configuring a mobile device, including everything from syncing to storage.

  • Managing Files Course — 00:18:28

    • K0021, K0132, K0318, S0158

      Dive deeper into the details of file management and manipulation.

  • Using and Managing Application Software Course — 00:16:52

    • K0229, K0271, K0373, K0444, K0559, K0608

      Explore application setup and management with this course.

  • Configuring Network and Internet Connectivity Course — 00:25:47

    • K0114, K0138, K0444, K0470, K0491, S0041

      Get to grips with the details of network connectivity and setup with this course.

  • IT Security Threat Mitigation Course — 00:31:08

    • K0004, K0158, K0297, K0362, K0480, K0527, K0603, S0067, S0121, S0229

      Prepare to protect yourself with this course on IT security threat mitigation.

  • Computer Maintenance and Management Course — 00:16:47

    • K0103, K0294, K0302, S0158, S0170

      Explore the crucial details of computer maintenance with this course.

  • IT Troubleshooting Course — 00:23:31

    • S0124, S0142, S0151

      Prepare for trouble with this course on IT troubleshooting.

  • Understanding Databases Course — 00:17:56

    • K0364, K0373, K0419, K0420

      Explore database details with this course on database purposes, functions and more.

  • CompTIA IT Fundamentals Skill Assessment Assessment — 85 questions — 00:42:30

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What you will learn

Computer skills are more useful than ever when it comes to succeeding in business or personal life, and a little knowledge can take you a long way. This learning path will unpack some of the mysteries of information technology. Beginning with how people use computers and fundamental items like system hardware and device peripherals, You’ll explore the details of operating systems and look at how to set up and configure a device. Then You’ll follow along as we explore crucial networking concepts and skills such as managing files and application software and configuring network connectivity. Next, we prepare for the worst with courses on computer maintenance, threat mitigation, troubleshooting and more. And finally, wrap up with an exploration of developing and implementing software, allowing you to start on the path to creating your own programs.

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Meet the author

Mike Meyers, affectionately called the “Alpha Geek,” is the industry’s leading authority on CompTIA certifications. He is the president and co-founder of Total Seminars, LLC, a provider of PC and network repair seminars, books, videos and courseware for thousands of organizations throughout the world. Mike has been involved in the computer and network repair industry since 1987 as a technician, instructor, author, consultant and speaker. He has sold over a million IT and certification books, including the best-selling CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide and CompTIA Network+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide. He has personally taught thousands of students, including U.S. senators, U.S. Supreme Court Justices, members of the United Nation, every branch of the U.S. Armed Forces, many branches of the Department of Justice, hundreds of corporate clients and academic students at every level.

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Should you complete this learning path, you’ll be able to download a certificate of completion. Use this to claim your CPEs or CPUs.

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