Hardware & Networking

Introduction to Computer Hardware

1. 1. Overview of computer systems
   2. Types of computers (desktop, laptop, servers)
   3. Basic components (CPU, motherboard, RAM, hard disk, SSD, power supply, SMPS)
   4. Input and output devices (keyboard, mouse, monitor, printer, scanner)

Assembling and Disassembling Computers

1. 5. Identifying hardware components
   6. Step-by-step assembling of a PC
   7. Disassembling and troubleshooting
   8. Safety precautions and ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) handling

Storage Devices

1. 1. Types of storage (HDD, SSD, optical drives, USB drives)

1. 10. Partitioning and formatting
   11. Data backup and recovery

BIOS and CMOS Setup

1. 50. Understanding BIOS/UEFI

1. 1000. BIOS settings and configuration
   14. Updating BIOS

Operating System Installation and Configuration

• • Installing Windows, Linux, or other OS
  • Device drivers installation
  • Dual boot setup
  • System updates and upgrades

Peripheral Devices and Troubleshooting

1. 19. Installing and configuring printers, scanners, webcams, etc.
   20. Troubleshooting common peripheral issues

Computer Maintenance and Troubleshooting

1. 21. Preventive maintenance

1. 5. Diagnosing hardware problems

1. 23. Replacing faulty components

1. 10. Virus and malware removal

Introduction to Networking

1. 25. Basics of computer networks
   26. Types of networks (LAN, WAN, MAN, PAN)

• • Network topologies (star, bus, ring, mesh)
  • Network devices (hub, switch, router, modem, access point)

Network Cabling and Connectors

• • Types of cables (UTP, STP, coaxial, fiber optic)
  • Cable standards (Cat5, Cat6, Cat7)
  • Crimping and testing cables
  • Patch panels and cable management

IP Addressing and Subnetting

• • Understanding IP addresses (IPv4, IPv6)
  • Subnetting and supernetting
  • Assigning static and dynamic IP addresses

Network Configuration and Sharing

• • Setting up wired and wireless networks
  • Network sharing (files, printers)
  • Configuring network adapters

Wireless Networking

• • Wi-Fi standards and security
  • Setting up wireless routers and access points
  • Troubleshooting wireless networks

Network Security Basics

• • Firewalls and antivirus
  • Securing Wi-Fi networks
  • Basic encryption and authentication

Introduction to Servers

• • Types of servers (file, print, web, mail)
  • Basic server setup and configuration
  • User and resource management

Remote Access and Cloud Computing

• • Remote desktop and VPN basics
  • Introduction to cloud services

Project Work and Practical Assignments

• • Assembling and configuring a computer
  • Setting up a small office/home network
  • Troubleshooting real-world hardware and network issues