PC Assembly and Antivirus Software

TEACHING UNIT 1. Introduction to PC Assembly 1. Basic Concepts of Hardware and Software 1.1. Hardware 1.2. Software 2. Essential Components of a PC 2.1. Motherboard 2.2. Processors 2.3. Memory 2.4. Storage Devices 2.5. Cooling Systems 2.6. Graphics Cards 2.7. Sound Cards 2.8. Network Cards 2.9. Peripherals 3. Tools and Safety Measures 3.1. Tools 3.2. Safety Measures LESSON UNIT 2. Selecting Components 1. Processor: Features and Compatibility 1.1. Features 1.2. Compatibility 2. Motherboard: Types and Factors to Consider 2.1. Types 2.2. Factors to Consider 3. RAM: Capacity and Frequency 3.1. RAM Capacity 3.2. RAM Frequency 4. Storage: Hard Drives and Solid-State Drives (SSDs) 4.1. Hard Drives 4.2. SSDs 4.3. Selection and Use 5. Graphics Cards: Performance and Connectivity 5.1. Performance 5.2. Connectivity 6. Power Supply: Power and Efficiency 6.1. Power 6.2. Efficiency 7. Other Components: Cooling, Sound and Network Cards, Peripherals 7.1. Cooling 7.2. Sound and Network Cards 7.3. Peripherals LEARNING UNIT 3. PC Assembly 1. Preparing the Workspace 2. Installing the Motherboard in the Chassis 3. Installing the Processor and RAM 3.1. Installing the Processor 3.2. Installing RAM 4. Installing the Graphics Card and Other Components 4.1. Installing the Graphics Card 4.2. Installing Storage Drives 4.3. Installing Optical Drives 4.4. Installing Heat Sinks 4.5. Installing Fans 5. Connecting Power and Data Cables 5.1. Connecting Power Cables 5.2. Connecting Data Cables 6. Configuring the BIOS LEARNING UNIT 4. Installing the Operating System 1. Choosing the Right Operating System 1.1. How to Choose the Right One? 1.2. Major Operating Systems 2. Preparing the Installation Media (USB or DVD) 2.1. Preparing a USB Drive 2.2. Preparing a DVD 2.3. Installation 3. Configuring Boot from the Installation Media 4. Installing the Operating System and Drivers 4.1. Installing the Operating System 4.2. Installing Drivers 5. Updates and Initial Setup 5.1. Updates 5.2. Initial Setup TEACHING UNIT 5. PC Configuration and Optimization 1. Configuring Screen Resolution and Refresh Rate 2. Power Settings and Battery Saver 3. Configuring External Devices 4. Performance Optimization and Resource Management 5. Network and Internet Connection Setup LEARNING UNIT 6. PC Maintenance and Updates 1. Physical Cleaning and Preventive Maintenance 1.1. Physical Cleaning 1.2. Preventive Maintenance 2. Updating Drivers and Firmware 2.1. Updating Drivers 2.2. Updating Firmware 3. Storage Space Management 4. Deleting Temporary Files and Optimizing the Hard Drive 4.1. Deleting Temporary Files 4.2. Hard Drive Optimization 5. Malware Protection and Antivirus 5.1. What Are They? 5.2. Types of Malware 5.3. Malware Protection: Antivirus LEARNING UNIT 7. Troubleshooting and Diagnostics 1. Using System Diagnostic Tools 2. Interpreting Error Messages and Error Codes 3. Resolving Hardware and Software Conflicts LEARNING UNIT 8. Security and Antivirus 1. Basic Concepts of Computer Security 1.1. Firewalls 2. Types of Threats and Malware 2.1. Viruses 2.2. Trojans 2.3. Worms 2.4. Backdoors 2.5. Ransomware 3. Using antivirus and antimalware tools 4. Configuring firewalls and network protection 5. Online security practices and data protection LEARNING UNIT 9. Security and Privacy Optimization 1. Security Updates and Patches 2. Setting Up Secure Passwords 3. Backups and Data Recovery 4. Online Privacy and Identity Protection LEARNING UNIT 10. Advanced PC Assembly and Customization 1. Overclocking: Concepts and Precautions 2. Customizing the Operating System and Desktop 2.1. Customizing the Operating System 2.2. Customizing the Desktop 3. Configuring Advanced Peripherals 4. Designing Custom Cooling Systems 5. Hardware Expansion and Upgrades TEACHING UNIT 11. Building a Gaming PC 1. Requirements and Considerations for High-Performance Gaming 2. Selecting Gaming-Specific Components 3. Configuring Graphics and Performance for Gaming 4. Optimizing the Operating System for Gaming 5. Peripherals and Accessories for an Enhanced Gaming Experience LEARNING UNIT 12. PC Repair and Upgrades 1. Identifying and Troubleshooting Hardware Problems 1.1. Identifying hardware problems 1.2. Troubleshooting hardware problems 2. Replacing Damaged or Defective Components 3. Recycling and Proper Disposal of Obsolete Components