Computer Essentials/Assigned Class Reading

Assigned Class Reading to ICNS141 Computer Essentials

1. Introduction to Computers: About Computers
2. More about Computers: Supercomputers, Mainframes, Personal Computers, Smart Phones, and Internet, Cloud Computing
3. Input Devices: Peripherals:Input, Input, Keyboard, Computer Mouse,, Wiimote and Web, Web 2.0
4. Output Devices: Peripherals:Output, Monitors, Printers and Troubleshooting
5. CPUs and memory: Processor, CPU, Non-Volatile Memory, Volatile Memory, RAM, Computer Ports
6. Storage Devices: Storage, Magnetic Storage, Optical Storage, Blue-Ray, Flash Drive

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Midterm

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7. Software: System Software, Windows, Linux, macOS, and Mobile Operating Systems
8. Networking: Networks, Network Hardware, Cabling,
9. Information System Development: SDLC, System Analysis and Design, Waterfall Model
10. Computer Security: Security, Anti-Virus Software, Backup, Encryption,

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Final

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Other web references

• About.Com
• How Stuff Works
• Tom's Hardware