Computer hardware: the other side of the unknown!

In this digital age, computer hardware is the cornerstone that supports our daily lives. However, despite their ubiquity, they are often overlooked and hidden behind shiny software interfaces and convenient applications. Today, we will unveil the unknown side of computer hardware and explore the silent heroes that make up our digital world.

From tiny chips to massive servers, from sophisticated circuit boards to complex cooling systems, each part has its own unique story and function. It's worthwhile to learn more about the workings of these hardware components, their design innovations, and how they affect the way we work, play, and communicate. Let's embark on this journey together to unravel the mysteries of computer hardware and learn how they have shaped the modern world.

“Computer Hardware, Operating Systems, and Networking” is a course that has been carefully designed to give you a deep understanding of the core components that make up the digital world in which we live. We begin by exploring computer architecture, delving into the intricacies of motherboards, processors, memory, and storage technologies. We also look at the workings of switched-mode power supplies (SMPS), BIOS, optical storage technologies, and delve into the practical aspects of computer assembly. The course also offers in-depth modules on printer and scanner technology to ensure a comprehensive understanding of hardware components.

From hardware to software, the course illuminates the workings of Windows 10, its installation, functionality and management of various key elements such as Bitlocker encryption, disk management, user account management and local security policies. You will also gain hands-on experience with VMware Workstation. In the area of networking, we will look at network topologies, interconnecting devices, and the OSI layer in general. The final module of the course is IP address management, configuring Windows 10 in a workgroup environment and understanding antivirus management. This course will help you acquire the knowledge and skills to confidently navigate the digital world. Enroll today to begin this exciting learning journey.

This course is your gateway to the world of programming, providing a comprehensive introduction to C, one of the most mature and globally recognized programming languages. Almost every electronic device, from smartphones and car navigation systems to robots and drones, has been influenced by the C language, which especially excels in scenarios where speed and flexibility are required. Whether you are an absolute beginner or have some coding experience, this course will improve your skills and understanding.

You'll embark on a learning journey, starting with writing your first program in C, performing calculations, understanding how to store values in variables, and implementing loops. Our unique browser-based tools provide instant feedback on your code, making the learning process interactive and engaging, with no installation required. This course is the starting point for the C Programming with Linux Professional Certificate Program, which consists of seven short courses designed to solidify your programming skills and create more opportunities for you in the computer engineering field. With the generous support of the Patrick & Lina Drahi Foundation, we are excited to guide you on this transformative journey into the world of C programming.

This course, expertly crafted by seasoned engineers from Arm, is your gateway to understanding the inner workings of a microprocessor's central processing unit (CPU). If you've ever wondered how the code you type gets executed by your computer, this course is your key to unraveling that mystery. We'll dive deep into the core components of processors, including the Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) and the operations it carries out, as well as the Fetch-Decode-Execute cycle in varying architectures.

This course also illuminates the concept of pipelining, guiding you through how a CPU prioritizes tasks and the challenges it faces in this process. Further, we explore various types of memory and their uses, the transformation of high-level code like C# into machine code, and the interim step of assembly code. You'll gain insights into the assembling and compiling processes, and their role in producing object code or executable files. Additionally, this course presents a unique opportunity for hands-on learning with an introduction to an assembly language. This course is your comprehensive guide to understanding and navigating the intricate world of microprocessors.