Module 1: Basic concepts of ICT

ECDL Module One - The Quiz

Over 400 questions specifically written for ECDL Module 1

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ECDL Module One - 16 interactive tests

There is a huge amount of theory to learn for the ECDL Module 1.

Once you have completed all of the theory notes and workbooks, have a go at our 16 interactive tests to see what you know and which sections you still need to focus on.

Workbook 1 - General concepts of ICT

This theory section and workbook covers:

• Hardware
• Software
• Peripherals
• Data storage units

Theory Notes

Workbook

Workbook 2 - Types of computer

This theory section and workbook covers:

• Supercomputers
• Mainframes
• Servers
• Desktop P.C.
• Laptops
• Palmtops/PDA

Theory Notes

Workbook

Workbook 3 - Input Devices

This theory section and workbook covers the input devices mentioned in the ECDL syllabus

Theory Notes

Workbook

Workbook 4 - Output Devices

This theory section and workbook covers the output devices mentioned in the ECDL syllabus

Theory Notes

Workbook

Workbook 5 - Memory and Storage

This theory section and workbook covers:

• ROM & RAM
• Storage devices mentioned in the ECDL syllabus
• Comparisons for size, speed of access and cost per unit of storage

Theory Notes

Workbook

Workbook 6 - CPU and computer performance

This theory section and workbook covers:

• CPU
• Computer performance

Theory Notes

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Workbook 7 - Software

This theory section and workbook covers:

• Systems Software
• Operating System
• Applications Software
• Common Categories of Applications Software

Theory Notes

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Workbook 8 - Graphical User Interfaces

This theory section and workbook covers:

• Grapical User Interfaces
• WIMP
• WYSIWYG

Theory Notes

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Workbook 9 - Software Development

This theory section and workbook covers:

• Systems Life Cycle
• Version Numbers
• Beta Testing (workbook)

Theory notes

Workbook

Workbook 10 - Networks

This theory section and workbook covers:

• LANS
• WANS
• Modems
• PSTN
• ISDN, ADSL
• Client/server
• Advantages/Disadvantages

Workbook 11 - Internet, Intranet, Extranet

This theory section and workbook covers:

• Internet
• Intranets
• Extranets

Theory notes

Workbook

Workbook 12 - Use of the IT in everyday life

This theory section and workbook covers:

• Computers Vs people
• IT and business
• IT and banking
• IT and airlines
• IT and manufacturing
• IT and retailing
• IT and Government
• IT and health care
• IT and education
• Teleworking

Workbook 13 - The Electronic World

This theory section and workbook covers:

• E-mails
• E-commerce

Workbook 14 - Health and Safety; The Environment

This theory section and workbook covers:

• Health and Safety
• Ergonomics
• Computers and the Environment

Theory notes

Workbook

Workbook 15 - Information Security

This theory section and workbook covers:

• Implications of data loss
• user names/passwords
• Access rights
• Viruses and protection
• Hackers
• Firewalls
• Audit logs
• Policies and procedures
• Saving work
• Making back ups
• Physical security

Workbook 16 - Copyright and the Law; Data Protection Act

This theory section and workbook covers:

• Copyright
• Software licences
• EULA
• Product ID
• Copyright legislation
• Freeware and shareware
• Personal data
• Data Protection Act (1998)
• Data protection terms
• Principles of the DPA