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=Computer Basics and Operating Systems=

0201 History of Computers, Types, and Trends
Review the history of computer technology, progression to systems of today, types of computers used in a variety of settings, and trends for the future.

0202 Computer Components
Identify the major components of microcomputers in the following categories and determine how each contributes to a computer’s performance:
 * Hardware including: system unit, microprocessor, RAM, ROM, storage devices, input devices, output devices, peripheral devices.
 * Software for operating systems and software for applications including: consideration of platform, icons, menus, specialized tasks, and multitasking.

0203 Booting and Computer Systems
Describe how a computer functions including: boot process, input, data processing, and output.

0204 Networks
Describe networks: LAN, WAN

0205 Vocabulary
Become familiar with //General Computer Terminology// available through the //Teacher Helps// link. http://www.usoe.k12.ut.us/ate/Skills/bus/250.htm

0206 Viruses
Identify viruses and destructive programs. Understand the importance of vigilance in their detection, prevention, and repair.

0207 Files and Folders
Create, copy, move, rename, and delete files and folders.