Cisco NetAcad: IT Essentials - PC Hardware and Software

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The IT Essentials (ITE) course introduces students to the fundamentals of computer hardware and software, mobile devices, security and networking concepts, and the responsibilities of an IT professional. The latest release includes mobile devices, Linux, and client side virtualization, as well as expanded information about Microsoft Windows operating systems, security, networking, and troubleshooting.

• All current Cambridge University members (departments and colleges)
• Further details regarding eligibility criteria are available

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

• Describe the internal components of a computer and assemble a computer system.
• Install and understand operating systems on computers and mobile devices.
• Connect to the Internet and share resources in a networked environment.
• Troubleshoot using system tools and diagnostic software.

To book on this course use the click on the Book a place (provisional) button. Once the request has been received a Cisco Networking Academy account will be created in your name should you not already have one. You will receive an email containing a link to activate your registration. Thereafter your account will be assigned to the course. For step by step instructions on this process please refer to the online instructions.