The Absolute Beginners Guide to Information Technology 2025

Gain a solid foundation on all branches of IT including hardware, software, networks, programming, cyber security and AI

What you'll learn
Basic Networking skills
How the Internet works
How to build a very basic web page
Computer Networking technologies
The truth about hackers and how hacking is really done
The different hardware parts of a computer system
How Switches and Routers work
Cloud Computing
The different programming languages and frameworks

Requirements
Be able to use the internet

Description
** UPDATED MARCH 2025 WITH BRAND NEW MODULE ON ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE **** Do you want to learn about the basics of all branches of Information Technology? You have come to the right course **Have you ever wondered how the internet works or how that router sitting in your room is able to provide you with internet connectivity? Or perhaps maybe you have wondered about the physical components that make up a computer and how they work together. Or perhaps the world of cyber security and hackers has always fascinated you and you want to know more.Welcome to the absolute beginners guide to information technology. This is a course I have designed specifically to provide you with solid knowledge of all 6 main branches of information technology.What will you learn?The course is divided into 6 main sections. HARDWARE 101Here you will learn about all the most important parts that make up your computer system and how they function together. You will learn about the different types of memory, the processor as well as the BIOS and CMOS. You will also learn about the different types of storage involved in computer hardware.SOFTWARE 101In section two, you will learn exactly what software are and how they are developed. You will also learn about operating systems such as Windows and MAC. You will also learn the basics of file systems and software management.NETWORKING 101Learn about the tools and technology involved in this exciting field. You will learn aboutRoutersSwitchesIP and MAC AddressesPorts & Protocols.BandwidthVPNsCloud Computingand much moreYou will also learn some practical skills such as how to ping websites and even trace data sent across a network.WEBSITES, WEB HOSTING, PROGRAMMING AND THE INTERNETWe will discuss the internet and websites in general in this section.You will learn about the most popular programming languages as well as the code that makes up websites. You will learn about internet concepts and technologies such as:Web hostingWeb seversThe Domain Name SystemCookiesTCP/IPand much moreYou will also learn just exactly how the internet truly works behind the scenes.CYBER SECURITYIn this module, you will learn about cyber security. You will learn the core technologies used in this field and also how hackers really hack and operate behind the scenes. I will expose you to the different types of ways your data can be stolen or destroyed and what you can do to protect yourself.ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCEIn the modern world we live in today, artificial intelligence is becoming a very important and influential part of our lives. In this module we are going to cover the basic fundamentals of AI including:Machine LearningDeep LearningNatural Language ProcessingChallenges & Ethical Considerations for AIThe future of AIPERFECT FOR JOBS IN THE IT INDUSTRYIf you are looking to switch careers and find a job in the IT industry, this course will be perfect for you.I hope you enroll in the course today.Cheers.

Who this course is for:
Students who want to gain a basic understanding of all main branches of information technology, Students who want to launch a career in information technology