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Set Up and Operate Personal Computers

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Built from the Wiley title of the same name — professionally edited, technically reviewed, and already relied on by people doing this work.

Source ISBN 9781394276950

How it was built

Sejal Learning Systems rebuilt the book as a course: objectives first, then short video, worked examples, and practice with real feedback. It runs on Coursera at your own pace, with a certificate on completion.

Set Up and Operate Personal Computers is a self-paced online course built from the Wiley title of the same name.

What this course covers

Introduction
Part 1: Hello, Computer!
Chapter 1: Computer 101
Chapter 2: The PC Tour
Chapter 3: Setup, Connections, and Power
Chapter 4: To Turn On a Computer
Chapter 5: To Turn Off a Computer
Part 2: A Non-Nerdy Guide to Computer Hardware
Chapter 6: A Peek Inside the Box
Chapter 7: Computer Memory
Chapter 8: Disks and Drives
Chapter 9: The PC’s Graphics System
Chapter 10: Input This!
Chapter 11: System Expansion
Chapter 12: P Is for Printer
Chapter 13: Webcams, Scanners, and Audio
Part 3: Network and Internet Stuff
Chapter 14: The Networking Thing
Chapter 15: The Internet
Chapter 16: Files from Elsewhere
Chapter 17: Internet Safety
Part 4: On the Go with Your Laptop
Chapter 18: Portable Power
Chapter 19: O, the Places You’ll Go
Chapter 20: A More Secure Laptop
Part 5: Security and Maintenance
Chapter 21: System Security
Chapter 22: An All-Important Safety Copy
Chapter 23: Maintenance Chores
Part 6: The Part of Tens
Chapter 24: Ten Computer Commandments
Chapter 25: Ten Battery-Saving Tips and Tricks
Chapter 26: Ten Handy Laptop Accessories
Chapter 27: Ten Things to Throw in Your Laptop Bag
Chapter 28: Ten Tips from a PC Guru