CompTIA FC0-U61: IT Fundamentals

Name: CompTIA FC0-U61: IT Fundamentals
Rating: 4.8 (230 reviews)

Real World Skills that IT Workers Will Need on the Job

Created byVision Training Systems : IT Training

Last updated 3/2022

English

What you'll learn

Acquire troubleshooting theory and preventative maintenance.
Learn features and functions of common operating systems and establishing network connectivity.
Understand security best practices
Learn the differences between the web browsers

Course content

7 sections • 51 lectures • 12h 50m total length

0.1 Instructor Intro5:21
1.1 Compare and Contrast Notational Systems11:03
1.1 Compare and Contrast Notational Systems Demo6:29
1.2 Compare and Contrast Fundamentals Data Types and Their Characteristics7:45
Explore fundamental data types and their characteristics, including char, string, integer, float, and boolean, and learn how these types support variables and basic calculations in scripting and programming.
1.3 Illustrate the Basics of Computing and Processing7:43
1.4 Explain the Value of Data and Information22:41
1.5 Compare and Contrast Common Units of Measures13:53
1.5 Compare and Contrast Common Units of Measures Demo2:16
1.6 Explain the Troubleshooting Methodology9:19
Apply the troubleshooting methodology to identify the problem, gather information, question users, and divide and conquer. Research knowledge bases, test theories, plan actions, verify results, and document preventive measures.

2.1 Classify Common Types of Input-Output Device Interfaces24:14
2.2 Given a scenario, set up & install Common Peripheral Devices to a PC21:11
Explore how to set up and install common peripheral devices on a PC, including printers, scanners, keyboards, mice, webcams, and displays, with plug-and-play and driver installation guidance.
2.2 Given a scenario, set up & install Common Peripheral Devices to a PC Demo5:02
2.3 Explain the Purpose of Common Internal Computing Components34:53
2.4 Compare & Contrast Common Internet Service Types-12:02
Explore common internet service types, including fiber, cable, DSL, satellite, and cellular tethering, comparing speeds, costs, and deployment considerations for home and small office networks.
2.5 Compare & Contrast Storage Types24:22
Examine volatile versus nonvolatile storage, compare RAM, HDDs, SSDs, NVMe, M2, optical and flash drives, local network storage such as NAS and file servers, plus cloud storage and synchronization.
2.6 Compare & Contrast Common Computing Devices & Their Purposes16:23
2.7 Explain Basic Networking Concepts15:26
2.7 Explain Basic Networking Concepts Demo7:02
2.7 Explain Basic Networking Concepts Part 225:20
2.7 Explain Basic Networking Concepts Part 35:42
2.7 Explain Basic Networking Concepts Part 425:32
2.8 Given a scenario Install, Configure & Secure a Basic Wireless Network29:26
2.8 Given a scenario Install, Configure & Secure a Basic Wireless Network Demo7:40

3.1 Explain the Purpose of Operating Systems19:57
3.1 Explain the Purpose of Operating Systems Demo10:41
3.2 Compare & Contrast Components of an Operating System26:16
Compare and contrast operating system components by examining file systems NTFS, FAT32, exFAT, ext4, and HFS, including journaling, encryption, compression, and permissions, across Windows, Linux, and macOS.
3.2 Compare & Contrast Components of an Operating System Demo18:45
3.3 Explain the Purpose & Proper Use of Software24:17
3.4 Explain Methods of Application Architecture & Delivery Models10:42
3.5 Given a Scenario Configure & Use Web Browsers6:01
Explore how to configure and use web browsers, including managing cache, private browsing, extensions, script blockers, proxies, and SSL/TLS certificates, with demonstrations across popular browsers.
3.5 Given a Scenario Configure & Use Web Browsers FireFox8:22
3.5 Given a Scenario Configure & Use Web Browsers Demo Chrome7:18
3.5 Given a Scenario Configure & Use Web Browsers Demo Edge6:48
3.6 Compare & Contrast General Application Concepts & Uses19:10

5.1 Explain Database Concepts and the Purpose of Databases14:37
5.2 Compare and Contrast Various Database Structures12:43
5.3 Summarize Methods Used to Interface with Databases9:36
5.3 Summarize Methods Used to Interface with Databases Demo15:31
Master Microsoft Access basics by creating a blank database, using design view and data sheet view, and inserting records via SQL with primary key auto number and running select queries.

6.1 Summarize Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability Concerns21:43
6.2 Explain Methods to Secure Devices and Best Practices25:17
6.3 Summarize Behavioral Security Concepts25:49
6.4 Compare & Contrast Authentication, Authorization, Accounting, & Repudiation25:41
6.5 Explain Password Best Practices17:14
Learn why longer passphrases outperform short passwords and how to balance length with memorability and complexity. Explore password history, reuse avoidance, password managers, and two-factor authentication to protect accounts.
6.6 Explain Common Uses of Encryption16:25
6.7 Explain Business Continuity Concepts21:00
Explore how fault tolerance, replication, and redundancy sustain availability, and learn backup, offsite and cloud storage, encryption, and disaster recovery plans including cold, warm, and hot sites.
6.8 Takeaways-18:26
6.9 ITF Fundamentals Conclusion0:32

Requirements

No requirements or prerequisites

Description

The IT fundamentals course from instructor David Bigger is not only designed to help pass the FC0-U61 exam, but it provides real world skills that IT workers will need on the job. This is a great first step for those starting out in tech support, those just beginning IT studies, or for those returning to the field after working in another industry. Taking ITF before A+ and Network+ is a great strategy to ensure you have the best ground-level IT knowledge going into these future courses. Candidates will gain the basic IT fundamental skills needed in this industry and is based on different areas of IT, including hardware, software, programming, security, and infrastructure.

This is the ideal place to start for anyone new to the world of IT. It will form the foundation of your learning, as the information that you learn from this course will carry you forward to any additional certifications you gain in the future.
The IT industry is one of the most lucrative markets to enter. Over the past few decades, the IT industry has exploded in terms of creating new job roles and incorporating IT technologies in everyday use. Studies have shown that the IT industry is growing year on year and many predict that there will be many IT job roles unfilled over the next few years. This course will try to fill in the gaps where IT job roles are needed by giving students their first step towards a career in IT.
The exam also assesses the candidate's knowledge in the areas of troubleshooting theory and preventative maintenance. This includes looking at the issues behind the problems and resolving them using your technical IT skills. In addition to this, the candidate will have to be able to demonstrate that they can incorporate prevention methods to stop these issues reoccurring in the future. This is the ideal exam for anyone who's interested in pursuing an IT career and has a genuine passion for IT.

Who this course is for:

This is the ideal place to start for anyone new to the world of IT

CompTIA FC0-U61: IT Fundamentals

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Course content

Module 1 - IT Concepts and Terminology9 lectures • 1hr 27min

Module 2 - Infrastructure14 lectures • 4hr 14min

Module 3 - Applications and Software11 lectures • 2hr 38min

Module 4 - Software Development4 lectures • 47min

Module 5 - Database Fundamentals4 lectures • 52min

Module 6 - Security9 lectures • 2hr 52min