Hardware and Operating Systems

Catalog description

This course introduces students to computer operating systems and hardware and the interactions between these two critical components of the functioning and architecture of computers. Common operating systems and hardware issues that could affect the function of computers and how to address them will be analyzed. Additionally, students will learn about different operating systems and how to install and configure them with special attention to security issues, embedded tools and features to ensure security of hardware and operating systems. Fee Information: Lab fee may be required. Prerequisite: ICS 21300 .