Hands On Training

Computer Fundamentals: Operating Systems

Pluralsight

Course Features

Duration

214 minutes

Delivery Method

Online

Available on

Downloadable Courses

Accessibility

Desktop, Laptop

Language

English

Subtitles

English

Level

Beginner

Teaching Type

Self Paced

Video Content

214 minutes

Course Description

The heartbeat of computer systems is the operating system. It's the secret engine that makes all the rest possible. A solid understanding of modern operating systems is essential for every IT professional. Computer Fundamentals: Operating Systems will teach you the pros and cons about today's most popular operating system and how to set it up for secure and productive computing. You will first learn how to work with different Windows versions, choose between an in-place or clean upgrade, understand workgroup and domain networking, and master PowerShell basics. Next, you'll learn how to create your own management consoles and install apps. You will also be able to navigate the Linux filesystem from the Terminal. Finally, you'll secure macOS. You will then be able navigate the Windows command-line tools, utilities and control panels and know when and how to use them. You will also learn the best practices for operating system management and maintenance. This course will teach you the fundamental features of three of the most popular operating system: Windows, macOS and Linux.

Course Overview

International Faculty

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Instructor-Moderated Discussions

Case Studies, Captstone Projects

Skills You Will Gain

What You Will Learn

In this course, computer fundamentals operating systems, you will see the pros and cons of today’s most popular operating systems and how to set them up for productive and secure computing

First, you will work with different versions of windows, decide between an in-place upgrade and a clean install, understand domain versus workgroup networking, and understand the basics of powershell

Then, you will understand how to build your own management consoles, install applications, set up windows as a network client, navigate the linux file system from the terminal, and secure the macos

Next, you will be able to navigate the maze of windows control panels, utilities, and command-line tools and understand when to use which tool

Finally, you will know the best practices for ongoing operating system maintenance and management

By the end of this course, you’ll know the key features of the most popular operating systems windows, macos, and linux

Course Content

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Module 1: Common Operating Systems and Their Purposes

Module 2: Features of Microsoft Windows Versions

Module 3: OS Installingation Considerations and Upgrade Methods

Module 4: Using Microsoft Command-Line Tools

Course Instructors

Glenn Weadock

Instructor

Glenn E. Weadock (MDAA, MCAAA, MCT, MCSE, MCSA, MCITP, A+, Security+) is the president of Independent Software Inc., which he founded in 1982 after graduating from Stanford University's engineering s...