What will you learn in Operating Systems and You: Becoming a Power User Course
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Navigate both Windows and Linux filesystems via GUI and command line.
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Create and manage user accounts, groups, and file permissions.
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Install, configure, and remove software via GUI and CLI on Windows and Linux.
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Partition disks, format filesystems, mount/unmount drives, and configure virtual memory.
Program Overview
Module 1: Navigating the System
~5 hours
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Topics: Files and directories, text pipelines, and command-line basics on Windows and Linux.
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Hands-on: GUI/CLI file commands; text manipulation; CLI navigation exercises.
Module 2: Users and Permissions
~4 hours
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Topics: User/group management, file ACLs, special permissions (e.g., SetUID, sticky bits).
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Hands-on: Create users, assign group access, set file permissions with CLI and GUI.
Module 3: Package and Software Management
~5 hours
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Topics: Install/remove apps, handle dependencies, package archives, Linux (apt) and Windows installers.
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Hands-on: Use package managers and archive tools; install software via GUI and CLI.
Module 4: Filesystems
~4 hours
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Topics: Partitioning, formatting, mounting, disk usage, and repair utilities.
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Hands-on: Partition drives, format filesystems, mount/unmount, check disk health.
Module 5: Process Management
~5 hours
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Topics: Process lifecycle, task monitoring, resource use, debug tools.
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Hands-on: Start/stop processes, analyze performance and troubleshoot system resource usage.
Module 6: Operating Systems in Practice
~4 hours
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Topics: Remote sessions, virtualization, log analysis, OS deployment and troubleshooting.
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Hands-on: Use remote access tools, examine logs, manage VMs, simulate OS deployment.
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Job Outlook
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Essential foundation for roles like IT Support Specialist, Systems Administrator, Desktop Support, and Technical Support.
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Provides critical OS skills valued across industries, particularly in hybrid Windows/Linux environments.
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