• Chapter 1 Introduction to Personal Computer Hardware
    • Section 1.0 Introduction to Personal Computers
      • Topic 1.0.1 Introduction
    • Section 1.1 Personal Computers
      • Topic 1.1.1 What is in a Computer?
      • Topic 1.1.2 Electrical and ESD Safety
    • Section 1.2 PC Components
      • Topic 1.2.1 Case and power supplies
      • Topic 1.2.2 Motherboards
      • Topic 1.2.3 CPUs and Cooling Systems
      • Topic 1.2.4 Memory
      • Topic 1.2.5 Adapter Cards and Expansion Slots
      • Topic 1.2.6 Hard disk drives and SSDs
      • Topic 1.2.7 Optical Storage Devices
      • Topic 1.2.8 Ports, Cables, and Adaptors
      • Topic 1.2.9 Input Devices
      • Topic 1.2.10 Output Devices
    • Section 1.3 Computer Disassembly
      • Topic 1.3.1 The Technician’s Toolkit
      • Topic 1.3.2 Computer Disassembly
    • Section 1.4 Summary
      • Topic 1.4.1 Conclusion
  • Chapter 2 PC Assembly
    • Section 2.0 Introduction
      • Topic 2.0.1 Introduction
    • Section 2.1 Assemble the Computer
      • Topic 2.1.1 General and Fire Safety
      • Topic 2.1.2 Open the Case and Connect the Power Supply
      • Topic 2.1.3 Install the Motherboard Components
      • Topic 2.1.4 Install Internal Drives
      • Topic 2.1.5 Install the Adapter Cards
      • Topic 2.1.6 Select Additional Storage
      • Topic 2.1.7 Install the Cables
    • Section 2.2 Summary
      • Topic 2.2.1 Conclusion
  • Chapter 3 Advanced Computer Hardware
    • Section 3.0 Introduction to Advanced Computer Hardware
      • Topic 3.0.1 Introduction
    • Section 3.1 Boot the Computer
      • Topic 3.1.1 POST, BIOS, CMOS and UEFI
      • Topic 3.1.2 BIOS/UEFI Configuration
    • Section 3.2 Electrical Power
      • Topic 3.2.1 Wattage and Voltage
      • Topic 3.2.2 Power Fluctuation and Protection
    • Section 3.3 Advanced Computer Functionality
      • Topic 3.3.1 CPU Architectures and Operation
      • Topic 3.3.2 RAID
      • Topic 3.3.3 Ports, Connectors, and Cables
      • Topic 3.3.4 Monitors
    • Section 3.4 Computer Configuration
      • Topic 3.4.1 Upgrade Computer Hardware
      • Topic 3.4.2 Configurations for Specialized Computers
    • Section 3.5 Protecting the Environment
      • Topic 3.5.1 Safe Disposal of Equipment and Supplies
    • Section 3.6 Summary
      • Topic 3.6.1 Conclusion
  • Chapter 4 Preventive Maintenance and Troubleshooting
    • Section 4.0 Introduction
      • Topic 4.0.1 Welcome
    • Section 4.1 Preventive Maintenance
      • Topic 4.1.1 PC Preventive Maintenance Overview
    • Section 4.2 Troubleshooting Process
      • Topic 4.2.1 Troubleshooting Process Steps
      • Topic 4.2.2 Common Problems and Solutions for PCs
      • Topic 4.2.3 Apply Troubleshooting Process to Computer Components and Peripherals
    • Section 4.3 Summary
      • Topic 4.3.1 Conclusion
  • Chapter 5 Networking Concepts
    • Section 5.0 Introduction
      • Topic 5.0.1 Welcome
    • Section 5.1 Network Components and Types
      • Topic 5.1.1Types of Networks
      • Topic 5.1.2Internet Connection Types
    • Section 5.2 Networking Protocols, Standards, and Services
      • Topic 5.2.1 Transport Layer Protocols
      • Topic 5.2.2 Application Port Numbers
      • Topic 5.2.3 Wireless Protocols
      • Topic 5.2.4 Network Services
    • Section 5.3 Network Devices
      • Topic 5.3.1 Basic Network Devices
      • Topic 5.3.2 Security Devices
      • Topic 5.3.3 Other Network Devices
    • Section 5.4 Network Cables
      • Topic 5.4.1Network Tools
      • Topic 5.4.2 Copper Cables and Connectors
      • Topic 5.4.3 Fiber Cables and Connectors
    • Section 5.5 Summary
  • Chapter 6 Applied Networking
  • Chapter 7 Laptops and Other Mobile Devices
  • Chapter 8 Printers
  • Chapter 9 Virtualization and Cloud Computing
  • Chapter 10 Windows Installation
  • Chapter 11 Windows Configuration
  • Chapter 12 Mobile, Linux, and macOS Operating Systems
  • Chapter 13 Security
  • Chapter 14 The IT Professional