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Intro to PC Hardware

April 2024 with James Conrad

Join James Conrad as we learn about computer hardware from a security perspective. The physical components and peripherals of our devices are our first line of defense, so let's explore how to think about them when we have security in front of mind.

Recommended Experience

Basic understanding of how a computer functions
Familiarity with basic computing terminology
Knowledge of basic cybersecurity concerns and concepts

Related certifications

LPI Security Essentials

Related Job Functions

Linux security specialist
Linux network administrator
Help desk tech

James got his start in IT by becoming the de facto IT professional for a nonprofit organization — and the rest was history. He has over three decades of IT experience.

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Skill Outline

1. Motherboard Overview (10:42)
2. Motherboard Diagram (3:38)
3. Motherboard Form Factors and BIOS (8:43)
4. Memory (RAM) (8:25)
5. Hard Disk Drive Physical Characteristics (4:22)

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