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PLP Minor in Cybersecurity: Week 3

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What Is A Proprietary Operating System?

A proprietary operating system (OS) is a set of instructions that a computer uses to perform certain tasks, such as running applications and accessing data. The OS is usually developed by a company that owns the rights to the technology that makes it work.

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Help Desk Handbook for End Users: PC Basics, Hardware, Operating Systems, and Applications by Scott Jernigan

This course provides self-help style guidance for solving beginner-level IT issues. Learn how to troubleshoot issues related to storage, memory usage, computer setup, wiping a computer for resale, installing apps, file management, and backups.

Instructor Scott Jernigan also provides coverage of system peripherals and operating system basics. 

These tips and tricks are valuable for anyone who needs a quick fix, including help desk administrators and tech support personnel who need resources for their end users.

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Videos

What is a Server? Servers vs Desktops Explained by PowerCert Animated Videos

This is an animated video explaining the difference between servers and desktop computers. 

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Computer Basics: Understanding Operating Systems it by GCFLearnFree.org

In this video we'll show you what an operating system is and talk about a few of the most common operating systems.

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What is a Computer Worm and How Does it Work? by Eye on Tech

In computer networking, a worm is a man-made, malicious software program whose primary function is to infect other computers while remaining active on infected systems. Watch to find out how exactly computer worms work.

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Infographics

Computer Components [Infographic]. 

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What is open source and why does it matter? [Infographic]. 

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