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

Midterm


 * 1) Software: System Software, Windows, Linux, macOS, and Mobile Operating Systems
 * 2) Networking: Networks, Network Hardware, Cabling,
 * 3) Information System Development: SDLC, System Analysis and Design, Waterfall Model
 * 4) Computer Security: Security, Anti-Virus Software, Backup, Encryption,

Final

Other web references

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