MP9002: Desktop Computing - Inside Your PC > Introduction to PCs

This course explains the components within a PC and how they are used. 

Topics:
The motherboard and BIOS
The microprocessor
Connecting to the motherboard
Using the PC's clock
Jacks and ports
Using USB ports
Using FireWire and serial ports
Using other connections
Types of disk drives
The hard disk drive
CD-ROM and DVD drives
Other disk drives
Defining memory
Identifying your PC's memory
Adding memory to your PC

Objectives:
Identify the motherboard, BIOS and microprocessor
Explain the use of jacks, ports and other connections
Recognize types of disk drives
Define, idenify and add memory

Duration:
4 Hours