OS Basics¶
Why it matters¶
It is often necessary to resolve basic operating system configuration problems before continuing with LT work, as well as to keep your machine in working order.
Progression¶
Each rung is a level a learner is at; its activities are what carries them to the next one. How to read these levels
Can successfully use and troubleshoot current and recent operating systems¶
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0No Competency
Learn to identify the operating system and configure basic options.Carries a learner to 1 — Has Knowledge
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1Has Knowledge
Spend time with an IT professional installing, activating and configuring an operating system.Carries a learner to 2 — With Assistance
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2With Assistance
Explore and use the latest appropriate operating system, then help users adjust when they upgrade.Carries a learner to 3 — Independent
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3Independent
Research and test alternative operating systems, like Linux, that may serve some users.Carries a learner to 4 — Expert
Configuration for Success¶
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0No Competency
Identify user needs, such as language, display, accessibility, and preferences.Carries a learner to 1 — Has Knowledge
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1Has Knowledge
Learn to configure OS language and display options on your own devices.Carries a learner to 2 — With Assistance
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2With Assistance
Assist users to configure their devices for display and preferences.Carries a learner to 3 — Independent
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3Independent
Research assistive technologies for those with disabilities.Carries a learner to 4 — Expert
Description¶
Familiarity with current operating systems in use in your location.
Further Information¶
- Windows 11 tutorialGuide · geeksforgeeks.orgWindows 11 tutorial covering installation, setup, customisation and troubleshooting for beginner and advanced users.
- Windows help and learningSite · support.microsoft.comMicrosoft's Windows help hub on installation, drivers, networking, security and troubleshooting, for looking up Windows problems.
- Basic Computer SkillsGuide · lingtran.netA ten-session training plan covering Windows, file management, Office, browser and email basics, for teaching basic computer skills.
- Ubuntu commands for Beginners (Wasta is an Ubuntu based OS)Guide · ubuntu.comBeginner tutorial on the Linux command line, covering navigation, file handling, pipes and superuser use, useful for Wasta and Ubuntu support.
- NetLiteracy.orgDocument · drive.google.comNetLiteracy.org material on basic computer and internet literacy, stored in Google Drive.
- Klient SlutechGuide · klientsolutech.comArticle recommending online courses in computer fundamentals, Microsoft Office and related skills, for pointing beginners to self-study options.
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