🖥️ Computer Hardware & Networking – 1 Month Course

Week 1: Computer Hardware Fundamentals

• Introduction to Computer Hardware

  • Types of Computers (Desktop, Laptop, Server)

  • Input, Output, Storage devices

• Motherboard & Components

  • CPU, RAM, ROM, Cache, Chipsets

  • Expansion slots (PCI, PCIe, AGP)

• Storage Devices

  • HDD, SSD, NVMe, Optical drives

  • Partitioning & File Systems

• Power Supply & Connectors

  • SMPS, UPS

  • Different connectors (SATA, Molex, ATX)

• Practical

  • PC assembling & disassembling

  • Identifying hardware components

Week 2: Operating System & Software Installation

• BIOS/UEFI & Boot Process

  • POST

  • BIOS settings, CMOS battery

• Operating System Installation

  • Windows & Linux installation

  • Dual boot configuration

• Device Drivers & Utilities

  • Driver installation, troubleshooting

• Disk Management

  • Formatting, partitioning, disk cleanup

• System Performance & Troubleshooting

  • Task Manager, Event Viewer

  • Safe Mode, Recovery options

• Practical

  • Install OS, update drivers, manage partitions

Week 3: Networking Basics

• Introduction to Networking

  • LAN, WAN, MAN, PAN

  • Topologies (Bus, Star, Ring, Hybrid)

• Networking Devices

  • Hub, Switch, Router, Repeater, Bridge, Access Point

• IP Addressing

  • IPv4, IPv6

  • Public vs Private IP

  • Subnetting basics

• Cabling & Connectivity

  • UTP/STP, Fiber optics

  • Straight-through vs Cross-over cable

• Protocols & Models

  • OSI & TCP/IP Model

  • DHCP, DNS, HTTP, FTP

• Practical

  • Creating LAN with Switch/Router

  • Assigning IP manually & via DHCP

Week 4: Networking Advanced + Troubleshooting

• Wireless Networking

  • Wi-Fi standards (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax)

  • SSID, Encryption (WEP, WPA, WPA2)

• Network Configuration

  • IP configuration (ipconfig/ifconfig)

  • Ping, Traceroute, nslookup commands

• Network Security Basics

  • Firewalls, Antivirus, Password policies

  • Securing Wi-Fi

• Troubleshooting

  • Common hardware problems

  • Network connectivity issues

• Final Project

  • Assembling a PC

  • Installing OS + drivers

  • Configuring a LAN with internet sharing

📌 Deliverables

• Daily Lab Practice (hands-on compulsory)

• Final Assessment = Assemble PC + Install OS + Configure LAN