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Basics of ICT: Course Overview

The document outlines a course on the Basics of Information & Communication Technology, covering topics such as computer history, organization, hardware and software classifications, and applications. It also addresses maintenance, computer viruses, and system restoration. Recommended reading includes 'Introduction to Computers' by Peter Norton.

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Basics of ICT: Course Overview

The document outlines a course on the Basics of Information & Communication Technology, covering topics such as computer history, organization, hardware and software classifications, and applications. It also addresses maintenance, computer viruses, and system restoration. Recommended reading includes 'Introduction to Computers' by Peter Norton.

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Course Code: 0403201

Course Title: Basics of Information & Communication Technology

1. Introduction

- Brief history and types of computers

- Application areas

- Organization of a computer system

- Single and multi-user systems

2. Input/Output Media and CPU

- Review of input/output media and devices

- Functional parts and organization of CPU

- Hardware and software

- Batch processing

- RAM and ROM

3. Hardware Organization and Architecture

- Motherboards & Microprocessors

- Memory units: Primary memory, Secondary memory

- I/O Devices, Peripheral devices

- AT/XT, ISA, ELISA, PCI Bus Architecture

4. Software Classifications

- System software

- Operating system concepts

- Importance, components and basic functions of DOS, Windows, and UNIX operating systems

- Application software
- Database, spreadsheet, PowerPoint, and word-processing software

5. Applications

- Multimedia systems

- Computer networks: Basic concepts on LAN, WAN, and Internet systems

- Internet services

- Online and Offline E-mail

6. Maintenance

- Power supply stability, grounding

- Effects of surge, sag current and its protection

- Effect of static charge on computer devices

- Handling of computer cards and chips

7. Computer Virus

- Definition and classification

- Developing an effective antivirus strategy

- How antivirus software works

- Brief discussion on computer worms, adware, spyware, Trojan horse

8. System Restoration/Backup

- Installation of OS

- Installation of software

Recommended Book:

- Introduction to Computers by Peter Norton

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