Prerequisites
This course requires that students meet the following prerequisites:
- Working knowledge of an operating system, such as Microsoft MS-DOS®, Microsoft Windows® version 3.x, Microsoft Windows for Workgroups, Microsoft Windows 95, Microsoft Windows NT Workstation, Windows NT Server, or UNIX.
- Proficiency using the Windows interface, including the ability to create shortcuts, configure the desktop environment, and use Microsoft Internet Explorer version 4.0 or later to locate, create, and manipulate folders and files.
- Course 578, Networking Essentials (self-paced training), or equivalent knowledge of major networking components, including clients, servers, local area networks (LANs), network adapter cards, drivers, protocols, and network operating systems.
- Working knowledge of basic computer hardware components, including computer memory, hard disks, central processing units (CPUs), communication and printer ports, display adapters, and pointing devices.