Information technology 101: Getting Acquainted with Technology
Completed by Kavita Sankar on July 2, 2025
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This beginner-friendly pathway introduces you to the fundamental concepts and skills necessary to navigate the world of information technology (IT). Whether you're new to IT or looking to expand your knowledge, this course provides a solid foundation to enhance your understanding of various IT topics.
Learning objectives
- Describe the interaction between computer system components and the operating system, including CPU processes and memory management.
- Identify and mitigate common cybersecurity threats using best practices such as strong passwords and multi-factor authentication.
- Analyze the integration and automation tools within Microsoft 365 to enhance business productivity and security.
- Demonstrate the use of Microsoft 365 Copilot to optimize business processes and enhance work efficiency through AI.
Skills learned
- Computer Security Awareness Training
- Technical Support and Services
- Data Storage Technologies
- Business Process Automation
- Hardware Troubleshooting
- Data Loss Prevention
- Malware Protection
- Microsoft 365
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- IT Infrastructure
- Operational Efficiency
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Teams
- Identity and Access Management
- Information Privacy
- Artificial Intelligence
- Microsoft Excel
- Cyber Attacks
- Network Troubleshooting
- Microsoft Windows
- System Configuration
- Computer Networking
- Generative AI
- Security Controls
- Computer Hardware
- Email Security
- OS Process Management
- Security Awareness
- Enterprise Security
- Hardening
- Hardware Architecture
- Information Technology
- Software Installation
- Productivity Software
- Cybersecurity
- Authentications
- ChatGPT
- Cloud Computing
- Technical Support
- Calendar Management
- Network Security
- Computer Systems
- Operating Systems
- Document Management
- Data Security
- Data Storage
- Servers
- Encryption
- Automation
- Business Software
- Multi-Factor Authentication
- Authorization (Computing)
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