About Course

IT Essentials teaches basic computer and professional skills for entry into the IT industry. The IT Essentials course includes practical exercises that prepare you for working in corporate networks. Simulation tools help you to improve your troubleshooting skills and practice what you have learned.

  • Develop practical knowledge of how computers and mobile devices work.
  • Identify common security threats and vulnerabilities such as malware, phishing, spoofing and social engineering.
  • Apply skills and procedures to install, configure and troubleshoot computers, mobile devices and software.
  • Develop critical thinking and problem solving skills using both real devices and Cisco Packet Tracer, a network configuration simulation tool.
  • Get instant feedback on your work through integrated quizzes and tests.
  • Network with the worldwide Cisco Networking Academy community.

IT/technical support, field service technicians, helpdesk technicians, network support technicians and more.

CompTIA A+

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Course Content

LINUX ESSENTIALS

  • Linux Essentials is aimed at learners who want to build up Linux skills for a career in IT.
  • Get to know basic open source concepts.
  • Understand how to use Linux and the basics of the command line.
  • Apply skills using a Linux virtual machine with step-by-step and hands-on lab activities.
  • Development of basic knowledge for step-by-step mastery of Linux commands.
  • Connect with the global Cisco Networking Academy community.

INTRODUCTION TO THE INTERNET OF THINGS

INTRODUCTION TO CYBERSECURITY