Information Technology Essentials

Explore the essential concepts of Information Technology and Information Systems, covering hardware, software development, databases, cloud computing, security, and emerging technologies.

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Brief Summary

This course gives you a friendly introduction to the world of information technology. You'll learn about computers, software, databases, cloud services, and even get a peek into the future of computing—all in easy-to-understand language, perfect for beginners!

Key Points

  • Introduction to computer hardware and functions
  • Foundational concepts like binary numbers
  • Understanding software development life cycle (SDLC)
  • Basics of database management systems
  • Overview of cloud computing services
  • Importance of computer security
  • Emerging technologies and the future of computing

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand how computers and software work together
  • Learn the basics of database management and cloud services
  • Get familiar with computer security concepts
  • Gain insights into current trends in information technology
  • Prepare for a potential career in IT with fundamental knowledge

About This Course

Introduction to Information Technology and Information Systems

This course is a survey of the critical topics of Information Systems. The material covers essential areas that drive computing and information technology today. I describe these technologies in easy-to-understand terms and use practical examples to illustrate how these concepts are used in everyday IT operations.

The course contains sections that cover a survey of topics of information systems and computer science. These topics include:

  • A basic introduction to computer hardware and how a computer functions

  • An introduction to foundations concepts such as binary numbers and why they are important in computing

  • How software is built by industry today and the software development life cycle (SDLC)

  • Basics of database management systems

  • Cloud computing and the services that are offered by the leading vendors on the market today, such as Amazon AWS

  • Computer security and

  • The future of computing

I have designed this course for anyone who wants to learn more about the Information Technology field and is ideal for someone just getting started. Also included is a section for those individuals who desire to start a career in Information Technology and the jobs that are available. The course will give you a solid understanding of many of the concepts that drive one of the most important industries in today's world. I have also included several downloadable materials that you can use to help you along your way with this course.

  • You will also learn some of the history of computing and some of the emerging technologies.

  • By the end of the course you will have a solid understanding major information systems concepts.

  • In this course you will learn how software is developed, the basic operation of a computer and how networks function.

Course Curriculum

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Destin Learning

Destin Learning was founded on the principle that everyone can learn and should be able to learn at their own pace. We believe learning should not be constrained by time and location. We strive to provide the best possible methods to teach what we have learned in our years of experience in the field. The format of our teaching may...

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4.9 course rating
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ui-avatar of Greg Jackson
Greg J.
4.0
7 months ago

So far, it's a good introduction/summary for IT and the related information systems that comprise the field.

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ui-avatar of Abdulai sall
Abdulai S.
4.0
8 months ago

yes the cousre is good for me so far i understand what my instructor is teaching me

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ui-avatar of Lebogang Rakal
Lebogang R.
4.0
8 months ago

It is all that I expected and I have learnt a lot of new things and that there more channels and levels in It dept

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ui-avatar of Oludare Ogunlolu
Oludare O.
5.0
9 months ago

Images and videos aren't bold enough on mobile...

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ui-avatar of Eddie Bryant
Eddie B.
5.0
9 months ago

Perfect

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ui-avatar of Justin Onyeje
Justin O.
5.0
10 months ago

It's really explanatory. It may not be in-depth, but, it definitely covers the essentials

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ui-avatar of Steve Chaille
Steve C.
5.0
10 months ago

Fantastic content at every lesson. Keep it coming.

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ui-avatar of Justin Garris
Justin G.
5.0
11 months ago

Thanks

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ui-avatar of Daniel Johnson
Daniel J.
4.5
11 months ago

So far, it's great!

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ui-avatar of Richard Nkunzimana
Richard N.
5.0
1 year ago

So far so good, it looks good on my side and I am enjoying it

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