Computer Literacy Level 2 - Internet Basics

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15Lessons
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17Exams &
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403Students
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6Hours
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0.6CEUs
Course Description
The Internet is a global network with thousands of interconnected servers, routers and other hardware to keep it functioning. It's hard to imagine life without the Internet in recent years, and it only grows larger with each passing day. Without the Internet, we wouldn't have such quick access to information and the services we need for daily lives. This Internet basics course is meant for people new to the World Wide Web and all it has to offer.
Before you use the Internet, you need to know how to connect and the hardware and software needed for connectivity. The first few lessons cover the way you connect to the Internet and help you get started with routers, operating systems, and computer hardware. We also include a primer on the most common web browsers used to find information. Without a web browser, you can't browse websites.
We then show you the importance of search engines and how you can use them to find the information that you want to know. With search engine knowledge, you can find information for any service or product.
The last lessons focus on security, firewalls and common scams. Although the Internet is a great place to find information, it can also be a place of malicious software and people that would steal your data.
The final lesson focuses on troubleshooting common issues. We also have a chapter on setting up your own website. Altogether, this course gives you the basic knowledge of navigating your way through the World Wide Web and gives you the tools to protect your identity and data.
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- Printable Lessons
- Full HD Video
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Course Lessons
Lesson 1: Introduction to the Internet
Lesson 1 Video
Take Survey: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete Assignment: Why I decided to take this course...
Complete: Lesson 1 Quiz
Lesson 2: Internet Browser Applications
Lesson 2 Video
Review 6 Articles: A Brief History of Web Browsers and How They Work; Understanding Internet Browsers; Microsoft Internet Explorer Downloads; Google Chrome Downloads; Apple Safari Downloads; Firefox Downloads
Complete: Lesson 2 Quiz
Lesson 3: Web Addresses and Links
Lesson 3 Video
Review 3 Articles: What are hyperlinks?; What is a URL?; What is a Query String?
Complete: Lesson 3 Quiz
Lesson 4: Working with an Internet Browser
Lesson 4 Video
Review 3 Articles: Browser Security Settings for Chrome, Firefox and Internet Explorer: Cybersecurity 101; Web Browser Secure Settings; 9 Common Browser Problems and How to Fix Them
Review Video: How to navigate the new Google Chrome web browser
Complete: Lesson 4 Quiz
Lesson 5: Using Search Engines
Lesson 5 Video
Review 4 Articles: How to Use Google to Search; How Search Engines Work; How Do Search Engines Work and Why You Should Care; Advanced Search using Google
Complete: Lesson 5 Quiz
Lesson 6: Introduction to Networking
Lesson 6 Video
Review 2 Articles: How to Set Up a Home and Small Office Network; Follow These Steps to Connect to Your Home Router as an Administrator
Review Video: How to Setup a Basic Home or Small Office Network Walkthrough Guide 2018
Complete: Lesson 6 Quiz
Lesson 7: Introduction to Wireless Networks
Lesson 7 Video
Review 3 Articles: Basic Hardware Required for a Wireless Network; Wireless Communication Technologies Types and Advantages; Communication and Wireless Computing Devices: GPS, PDA, Cellular and Satellite
Complete: Lesson 7 Quiz
Lesson 8: Data Sharing and Network Security
Lesson 8 Video
Review 2 Articles: HomeGroup from start to finish; How To Activate Streaming To Share Media On Your Windows 10 Laptop
Complete: Lesson 8 Quiz
Lesson 9: Introduction to Firewalls
Lesson 9 Video
Review 4 Articles: An Introduction to Firewalls; Does my router have a firewall or not?; Do I Need a Firewall if I Have a Router?; Top Ten Software Firewall Programs
Complete: Lesson 9 Quiz
Lesson 10: Security for Your Network
Lesson 10 Video
Review 3 Articles: 10 Easy Ways to Protect Your Identity Online ; How to Keep Your Personal Information Secure; Online shopping: How to protect your money and identity from criminals
Review Video: What is antivirus software and what does it actually do?
Complete: Lesson 10 Quiz
Lesson 11: Protection Against Viruses and Spam
Lesson 11 Video
Review 3 Articles: 5 tips for protecting against spam attacks; Common Malware Types: Cybersecurity 101; Protecting yourself from online scams
Complete: Lesson 11 Quiz
Lesson 12: The Basics of Hacking
Lesson 12 Video
Review 2 Articles: How to Become a Hacker; Examining Different Types Of Intrusion Detection Systems
Review Video: This is How Hackers Crack Passwords!
Complete: Lesson 12 Quiz
Lesson 13: Defending Against Common Scams
Lesson 13 Video
Review 3 Articles: Online scams; How to Sue for Internet Fraud; Government Imposter Scams
Complete: Lesson 13 Quiz
Lesson 14: Hosting Your Own Website
Lesson 14 Video
Review 2 Articles: How to Choose a Domain Name; How to Identify Your Hosting Provider
Complete: Lesson 14 Quiz
Lesson 15: Troubleshooting Common Internet Connection Errors
Lesson 15 Video
Take Poll: End of Course Poll
Take Survey: Course Comments
Take Survey: Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course)
Complete: Lesson 15 Quiz
Complete: The Final Exam
Learning Outcomes
- Define Internet and its capabilities.
- Describe internet browser applications.
- Describe web addresses and links.
- Describe working with an internet browser.
- Describe using search engines.
- Describe introduction to networking.
- Describe data sharing and network security.
- Describe firewalls and network security.
- Describe protection against viruses and spam.
- The Basics of Hacking
- Describe defending against common scams.
- Summarize troubleshooting common internet connection errors, and
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
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