Working with Computers and Devices

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Free Online Course: Working with Computers and Devices provided by LinkedIn Learning is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 1-2 hours worth of material. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from LinkedIn Learning. Working with Computers and Devices is taught by Garrick Chow.

Overview
  • Get the digital skills needed to succeed in the new world of work. Learn the basics of working with devices like computers, tablets, and mobile phones.

Syllabus
  • Introduction

    • Working with computers to create opportunity
    1. Computer and Device Basics
    • What is a computer?
    • What parts make up a computer?
    • Understand types of computers
    • Add external storage to a computer
    • Connect to Bluetooth devices
    2. Working with Desktop Operating Systems
    • Understand the role of an operating system
    • Get to know the operating system
    • Organize files and folders in Windows 10
    • Access system features with right-click
    • Manage and organize windows
    • Customize your desktop
    • Interact with a virtual assistant
    • Discover and use accessibility features
    • Keep your operating system up to date
    3. Working with Applications
    • Understand applications
    • Open and save files
    • Find the right application
    • Understand the similarities between applications
    • Work with mobile applications
    4. Keeping Your Computer Secure and Updated
    • The importance of individual accounts
    • Strategies for creating secure passwords
    • The security settings on your computer
    5. Getting Online
    • Connect to a wired network
    • Connect to a Wi-Fi network
    6. Creating Content in Microsoft Office
    • Microsoft 365 vs. Office 2019
    • Sign into Office Online
    • Similarities between Office products
    • Use Microsoft Search to quickly find anything in Office
    7. Get Started with Word
    • Create and save documents in Word
    • Formatting text
    • Check spelling and grammar
    • Find and replace text
    • Use Word on a mobile device
    8. Get Started with Excel
    • Create and save documents in Excel
    • Create a simple data table
    • Validate and format content
    • Create a basic equation