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- Louise Nolan
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A+ Module 1 - Operating System Basics
Course Aims
At the end of this course you will be able to: describe the functions of an operating system, describe the features of Microsoft DOS and Windows versions and describe the differences between Windows 3.1 and Windows 9x. |
Assumed Knowledge
You should have successfully completed a "PC Fundamentals" course or be confident in the following in order to gain maximum benefit from reading this course: You can use a keyboard and mouse, recognise the main components of a PC and different data media such as floppy disks, CD-ROM, etc. You can understand DOS file naming conventions and directory structures, you are familiar with Windows and Windows applications, you can use Windows File Manager or Explorer to create directories and sub-directories; and move, copy or rename files and directories. You can use the DOS DIR, COPY, REN, DEL, MD, CD and RD commands and the DOS editor to create text and batch files. |
Course Audience
This foundation course prepares newcomers to PC support and provides readers with training in PC software installation and support skills. |
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Table of Contents
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Operating systems
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Introduction to the operating system
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Microsoft Operating Systems
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Comparing Windows 3.x and Windows 9x
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Configuring DOS
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Navigating DOS
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Directories and the DOS prompt
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Getting system information
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Getting memory and program information
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DOS file management
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