Course Overview
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My education includes a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from UC Santa Cruz and an MBA from CSU Fresno. My academic honors include: UCLA Alumni Scholar, UCSC Graduating Honors, CSUF Phi Kappa Phi, CSUF Beta Gamma Sigma, CSUF Dean’s List all semesters,... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 1 hr, 55 min
- Lessons 10
- Attachments 5
- Exercises 29
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62 CQ
10 Lessons in This Course
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13 minFREEComputer Science lesson 1Free7 CQ
Follow along with technology expert Todd McLeod as he discusses optical, magnetic, and SSD storage, all of which are forms of non-volatile computer storage.
with Todd McLeodFollow along with technology expert Todd McLeod as he discusses optical, magnetic, and SSD storage, all of which are forms of non-volatile computer storage.
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12 minComputer Science lesson 27 CQ
A hard disk drive (HDD) is a computer hardware device that stores and retrieves digital data. How does it work and why is it important? Find out in this lesson!
with Todd McLeodA hard disk drive (HDD) is a computer hardware device that stores and retrieves digital data. How does it work and why is it important? Find out in this lesson!
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5 minBasic Computing lesson 33 CQ
Is your computer running slowly? Learn how to use your system’s Disk Defragmenter tool to rearrange the data on your hard disk and make your computer faster.
with Todd McLeodIs your computer running slowly? Learn how to use your system’s Disk Defragmenter tool to rearrange the data on your hard disk and make your computer faster.
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8 minComputer Science lesson 45 CQ
In this lesson from computer and technology expert Todd McLeod, learn the fundamentals of optical storage, one of the primary forms of computer storage.
with Todd McLeodIn this lesson from computer and technology expert Todd McLeod, learn the fundamentals of optical storage, one of the primary forms of computer storage.
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20 minComputer Science lesson 511 CQ
Learn why and how flash memory—including flash drives—store data, with an essential overview of transistors, electricity, semiconductors, and more.
with Todd McLeodLearn why and how flash memory—including flash drives—store data, with an essential overview of transistors, electricity, semiconductors, and more.
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4 minComputer Science lesson 63 CQ
In this short computer essentials lesson, learn how USB flash drives transmit harmful computer viruses, and discover helpful tips for avoiding this predicament.
with Todd McLeodIn this short computer essentials lesson, learn how USB flash drives transmit harmful computer viruses, and discover helpful tips for avoiding this predicament.
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13 minBasic Computing lesson 77 CQ
Follow along with Todd McLeod as he discusses file management on your Windows PC. Learn how to create folders, sort and view computer files, and more.
with Todd McLeodFollow along with Todd McLeod as he discusses file management on your Windows PC. Learn how to create folders, sort and view computer files, and more.
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6 minComputer Science lesson 84 CQ
Computer expert Todd McLeod discusses the importance of and how to securely wipe your hard drive before selling or giving away your computer.
with Todd McLeodComputer expert Todd McLeod discusses the importance of and how to securely wipe your hard drive before selling or giving away your computer.
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6 minBasic Computing lesson 94 CQ
Avoid losing hours—or years—of work in an instant by always creating backups of your computer files. Todd McLeod shares how, using several data backup methods.
with Todd McLeodAvoid losing hours—or years—of work in an instant by always creating backups of your computer files. Todd McLeod shares how, using several data backup methods.
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21 minComputer Science lesson 1011 CQ
In this lesson, follow along with computer expert Todd McLeod as he downloads and installs the free Ubuntu Linux operating system to his laptop.
with Todd McLeodIn this lesson, follow along with computer expert Todd McLeod as he downloads and installs the free Ubuntu Linux operating system to his laptop.
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56378 min56-part Microsoft Office course216 CQ
Teachers, business professionals, and anyone else who needs to organize large amounts of data—this complete guide (for beginners!) to data analysis and visualization in Microsoft Excel is for you.
with Todd McLeodTeachers, business professionals, and anyone else who needs to organize large amounts of data—this complete guide (for beginners!) to data analysis and visualization in Microsoft Excel is for you.
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1045 min10-part Microsoft Office course27 CQ
With the basic Microsoft Excel knowledge introduced in this course, build a gradebook based on a course syllabus, format and customize data, and use formulas and functions to calculate grades!
with Todd McLeodWith the basic Microsoft Excel knowledge introduced in this course, build a gradebook based on a course syllabus, format and customize data, and use formulas and functions to calculate grades!
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17183 min17-part Basic Computing course98 CQ
Computers are essential tools that can increase your productivity and boost your quality of life. Improve your understanding of technology and basic computer skills with this beginner-friendly course.
with Todd McLeodComputers are essential tools that can increase your productivity and boost your quality of life. Improve your understanding of technology and basic computer skills with this beginner-friendly course.
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17130 min17-part Hardware course74 CQ
If you’re looking for a course that covers the basics of computer hardware in plain language, this is it! Learn everything from drives to ROM with technology and computer expert, Todd McLeod.
with Todd McLeodIf you’re looking for a course that covers the basics of computer hardware in plain language, this is it! Learn everything from drives to ROM with technology and computer expert, Todd McLeod.
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1484 min14-part Basic Computing course49 CQ
Want to learn the basics of how computers work? In this course, tech expert Todd McLeod demonstrates essential computer skills—including how to use keyboard shortcuts and customize your desktop.
with Todd McLeodWant to learn the basics of how computers work? In this course, tech expert Todd McLeod demonstrates essential computer skills—including how to use keyboard shortcuts and customize your desktop.
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6103 minFREE6-part Engineering courseFree54 CQ
Building a custom gaming computer can be easy when you have a step-by-step guide. Learn how to install each component—from the motherboard to the graphics card—and build a high-performance gaming PC!
with Carey HolzmanBuilding a custom gaming computer can be easy when you have a step-by-step guide. Learn how to install each component—from the motherboard to the graphics card—and build a high-performance gaming PC!
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643 min6-part Hardware course25 CQ
If you’re looking to put together an electronic prototype that will last, you’ll want to solder the parts together. In this course, learn how to use a soldering iron on sensitive electronics.
with CuriousInventorIf you’re looking to put together an electronic prototype that will last, you’ll want to solder the parts together. In this course, learn how to use a soldering iron on sensitive electronics.
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11145 min11-part Hardware course80 CQ
Want to become a certified computer genius? Take on the rewarding challenge of building and customizing your own PC. CPU Modder reveals the necessary parts and calls out beginner PC builder mistakes.
with CPU ModderWant to become a certified computer genius? Take on the rewarding challenge of building and customizing your own PC. CPU Modder reveals the necessary parts and calls out beginner PC builder mistakes.
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11112 min11-part Computer Science course61 CQ
You've likely heard about hacking and tried to protect your online identity from hackers. But what is hacking, who does it, and why? In this complete web hacking basics course, answer these questions!
You've likely heard about hacking and tried to protect your online identity from hackers. But what is hacking, who does it, and why? In this complete web hacking basics course, answer these questions!
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1240 min12-part Basic Computing course26 CQ
If you're new to either computers or Windows 7 and want to learn how to navigate this easy-to-use operating system, this beginner-friendly course from Instructor Gadget is for you.
with Instructor GadgetIf you're new to either computers or Windows 7 and want to learn how to navigate this easy-to-use operating system, this beginner-friendly course from Instructor Gadget is for you.
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858 min8-part Basic Computing course35 CQ
In this course, pick up expert advice about setting up a computer safely and quickly, creating a network drive, replacing a laptop screen, installing a CPU, overclocking your computer, and more!
with CPU ModderIn this course, pick up expert advice about setting up a computer safely and quickly, creating a network drive, replacing a laptop screen, installing a CPU, overclocking your computer, and more!
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1066 min10-part Basic Computing course40 CQ
Google offers a full suite of free apps to help manage your personal and professional lives, organize files, and increase productivity. Learn how to use Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Gmail, and more.
with Klista RaderGoogle offers a full suite of free apps to help manage your personal and professional lives, organize files, and increase productivity. Learn how to use Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Gmail, and more.
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318 min3-part Basic Computing course12 CQ
In this course, an expert from Computer Care Clinic introduces the basic features you need to know to navigate Windows 10. Learn how to customize the Start menu, find your favorite programs, and more.
with Computer Care ClinicIn this course, an expert from Computer Care Clinic introduces the basic features you need to know to navigate Windows 10. Learn how to customize the Start menu, find your favorite programs, and more.
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8106 min8-part Basic Computing course57 CQ
Need detailed guidance on how to make the best of the Windows 10 operating system? This course familiarizes beginner students with the Windows 10 user interface and its basic capabilities.
Need detailed guidance on how to make the best of the Windows 10 operating system? This course familiarizes beginner students with the Windows 10 user interface and its basic capabilities.
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10120 min10-part Basic Computing course65 CQ
If you're a Mac or Windows user looking for more control over your operating system, switch to open source Ubuntu Linux! Install and customize the latest Ubuntu build in this course.
with Anything AppleIf you're a Mac or Windows user looking for more control over your operating system, switch to open source Ubuntu Linux! Install and customize the latest Ubuntu build in this course.