Network Manager_NM102: Client Operating Systems
About Course
- Client Operating Systems course provides an overview of the major components of a computer system and their interaction with the systems software.
- It also provides a fundamental understanding of the concepts of operating systems.
- Students will also learn how and why operating systems have evolved over years and the impact this has had on modern operating systems.
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- Explain the benefits of an operating system in a computing environment
- List and describe the major components of an operating system and their basic functions
- Discuss the fundamental trade-offs involved in the design of operating systems
- Differentiate between the concept of processes and threads of control
- Classify scheduling policies with examples from different operating systems
- Appraise memory management techniques and virtual memory implementations
- Examine various file systems and illustrate their relationship with the IOCS
Course Content
Module-I
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Topic 1: Introduction to Client Operating Systems
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LO1: Explain the Fundamental Role of Client Operating Systems in Managing Hardware, Software, and User Interactions
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LO2: Describe Key Differences among Windows, Linux, and macOS in Terms of Architecture, Usability, and System Management
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LO3: Analyze how Client Operating System Evolution has Influenced Modern System Design and User Experience
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Topic 2: Installation and Initial Configuration
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LO1: Demonstrate how to Perform Installation of Major Client Operating Systems using Standard Installation Procedures
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LO2: Configure Essential System Settings such as Language, User Accounts, Drivers, and Network Preferences
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LO3: Evaluate Installation Methods including Clean Installation, Upgrade, and Automated Deployment for Different Organizational Requirements
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Topic 3: User Account Management
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LO1: Define User Types, Permissions, and Authentication Methods within Client Operating Systems
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LO2: Configure Local Users, Groups, and Permissions to Enforce Security and Access Control Policies
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LO3: Analyze how User Management Impacts System Security and Multi-User Environments
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Quiz-I
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Topic 4: File Systems and Directory Structures
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LO1: Explain the Structure and Purpose of File Systems such as NTFS, Ext4, and APFS
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LO2: Describe Directory Hierarchies and File Management Practices across Different Operating Systems
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LO3: Evaluate how File System Features Affect Performance, Security, and Data Integrity
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Topic 5: System Updates and Patch Management
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LO1: Describe the Importance of System Updates in Maintaining Operating System Stability and Security
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LO2: Configure Automatic Update Policies and Patch Management Schedules for Windows, Linux, and macOS Systems
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LO3: Analyze Patch Management Logs to Identify Update Issues and Assess System Readiness
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Topic 6: Network Configuration
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LO1: Explain Key Networking Concepts such as IP Addressing, DNS Settings, and DHCP in Client Operating Systems
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LO2: Configure Network Interfaces, Wireless Connections, and Adapter Settings in Different Operating Systems
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LO3: Analyze Connectivity Issues using Network Diagnostic Tools such as Ping, Traceroute, and Network Analyzers
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Quiz-II
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Topic 7: Security Features and Access Control
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LO1: Identify Essential Security Features such as Firewalls, Antivirus Tools, Encryption, and User Access Control
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LO2: Configure Access Control Settings and Security Policies to Protect User Data and System Integrity
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LO3: Evaluate the Effectiveness of Built-In Security Tools in Mitigating Common Threats
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Topic 8: Remote Access and Remote Desktop
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LO1: Describe Remote Access Technologies such as RDP, SSH, VNC, and Screen Sharing
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LO2: Configure Remote Access Tools for Secure Management of Client Systems
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LO3: Analyze Security Risks Associated with Remote Access and Propose Mitigation Strategies
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Topic 9: System Monitoring and Task Management
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LO1: Explain the Purpose of System Monitoring Tools such as Task Manager, Activity Monitor, and Htop
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LO2: Use Performance Monitoring Utilities to Identify Process Behavior, Resource Consumption, and System Bottlenecks
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LO3: Evaluate System Logs and Monitoring Output to Diagnose Performance Issues
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Topic 10: Troubleshooting Client Operating Systems
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LO1: Identify Common Operating System Issues Related to Boot Processes, Drivers, Applications, and User Configurations
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LO2: Apply Troubleshooting Methodologies to Resolve Client Operating System Problems
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LO3: Assess the Effectiveness of Troubleshooting Steps and Recommend Long-Term Corrective Measures
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