Computer Literacy Certificate Course

Exploring the Evolution of Computers: A Journey Through Generations
5 Topics | 1 Quiz
Evolution of Computers: Foundations of Modern Digital Systems
Second Generation Computers: Transistors, Memory Systems, and Business Computing (1956–1963)
Third Generation Computers – Integrated Circuits and Multi-User Computing (1964–1971)
Fourth Generation Computers – Personal Computing, Software, and Digital Connectivity
Fifth Generation Computers – Artificial Intelligence, Networking, and Emerging Technologies
Computer Systems & Digital Technology Quiz: From Early Computers to Modern Computing
Computer Components and their Functions
15 Topics | 1 Quiz
The computer case
Motherboard
CPU: Central Processing Unit
RAM: Random Access Memory
Graphics Card
Sound Card
Hard Drive
SSD: Solid State Drive
PSU: Power Supply Unit
Monitor or Visual Display Unit (VDU)
Mouse
Common external accessories
Printer
Scanner
Computer Speakers
Computer Components and their Functions Quiz
How to safely switch a computer on and off
3 Topics | 1 Quiz
Is unexpected shutdown harmful? 
Proper method for shutdown
How to shut down a computer that is “frozen”
How to safely switch a computer on and off Quiz
How to use computer hardware, such as the keyboard, screen, and mouse.
20 Topics | 1 Quiz
How to use computer hardware, such as the keyboard, screen, and mouse.
Letters and numbers
Typing with the keyboard
Typing capital letters
The number keys
Punctuation and special characters
Shared keys
What is a mouse?
Different types of mouses
The digital mouse
The process of connecting your wired mouse
Connecting your wireless mouse
Using your mouse
Getting ready to use your mouse
Using a mouse
Single clicking
Double clicking
Drag and drop
Right button
Laptop trackpad or touchpad
How to use Computer Hardware Quiz
Various computing Terms and their Functions
1 Topic | 1 Quiz
Computer Terms and their Functions
Computer Terms and Functions Quiz
Instructions for playing back and editing media stored on discs and other drives.
3 Topics | 1 Quiz
Introduction to USB Drive/CD/DVD
Where to find USB ports for flash drives and CD/DVD drives
Using your Pen (USB) Drive to look at files
How to use Removable Drives Quiz
The ins and outs of dealing with digital documents.
11 Topics | 1 Quiz
What exactly is a file, anyway?
What exactly is the meaning of a folder?
File Explorer
To access a file:
Files may be moved, deleted, or renamed.
To move a file:
In order to create a new folder:
To rename a file or folder:
To remove a file or folder, follow these steps: :
Searching for files
Using Windows’ built-in search file
Dealing with Files & Folders Quiz
What does operating system mean?
2 Topics | 1 Quiz
Why do you need an operating system?
Purposes of an Operating System
 What is an Operating System Quiz
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What does operating system mean?

Computer Literacy Certificate Course What does operating system mean?

An operating system (OS) is the part of a computer that runs all the other programs. The operating system is used by the programs that do work.

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