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DO.4 Fix Technical Problems

Troubleshooting more complex technical problems

In My Life

I know where to go in my local community to take my device and access face-to-face support for technical issues.

In My Work

I can recognize device errors and report them to technical support.

In My Education

I can try basic troubleshooting techniques for technical problems and then request help from my teacher or my school's IT contact.

As a Teacher/Trainer

I can utilize diagnostic tools to identify and resolve common technical issues with my devices. (AI)

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iPhone Basics

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Learn the basics of operating and getting the most out of the popular Apple iPhone.

Course/Tutorial

DO.1 Maintain Tech Devices
MO.4 Identify Basic Mobile Features
OL.10 Save and Manage Content
DO.2 Find Technical Support
MO.2 Understand Online Access
DO.3 Keep Devices Safe and Secure
MO.5 Practice Mobile Device Safety
DO.4 Fix Technical Problems

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLF61ED46632342CFF&si=puQOyKh867mEGHpB

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/iphonebasics/

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Windows Basics Quiz

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Test your knowledge of Microsoft Windows by taking our quiz.

Quiz/Assessment

DO.1 Maintain Tech Devices
EF.5 Understand My Computer
DO.2 Find Technical Support
DO.3 Keep Devices Safe and Secure
DO.4 Fix Technical Problems

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/windowsbasics/

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/windowsbasics/windows-basics-quiz/1/

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Windows Basics: Troubleshooting Basic Problems

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Troubleshoot these basic Windows issues to ensure your computer runs smoothly.

Lesson

DO.4 Fix Technical Problems
EF.5 Understand My Computer

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/windowsbasics/

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/windowsbasics/troubleshooting-basic-problems/1/

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macOS Basics Quiz

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Test your knowledge of macOS by taking our quiz.

Quiz/Assessment

DO.1 Maintain Tech Devices
EF.5 Understand My Computer
DO.4 Fix Technical Problems

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/macosbasics/

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/macosbasics/macos-basics-quiz/1/

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Windows Basics

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Learn how to navigate, find and send files, use shortcuts, and do more in Windows.

Course/Tutorial

DO.1 Maintain Tech Devices
EF.5 Understand My Computer
IS.6 Organize Information and Files
DO.2 Find Technical Support
EF.6 Save and Find Documents
IS.5 Use Search Strategies
DO.3 Keep Devices Safe and Secure
EF.1 Use Accessibility Features
DO.4 Fix Technical Problems

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpQQipWcxwt-AMXTVUZLE9s-XsyUtIsbw&si=t-XBClAtQViGrGAx

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/windowsbasics/

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macOS Basics: Troubleshooting Common Problems

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Learn how to troubleshoot some of the most common macOS computer issues.

Lesson

DO.4 Fix Technical Problems
EF.5 Understand My Computer

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/macosbasics/

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/macosbasics/troubleshooting-common-problems/1/

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macOS Basics

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Whether you're using macOS Mojave, High Sierra, Sierra, El Capitan, or Yosemite, you can learn some things from this free macOS Basics tutorial.

Course/Tutorial

DO.1 Maintain Tech Devices
EF.5 Understand My Computer
IS.6 Organize Information and Files
DO.4 Fix Technical Problems
EF.4 Use the Mouse
EF.6 Save and Find Documents

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpQQipWcxwt_SeSKzH6kFPAnvDjaAQZ7x&si=6TTHGG17piwtzMcd

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/macosbasics/

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Windows 7: Managing User Accounts and Parental Controls

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Learn how to manage user accounts and parental controls.

Lesson
Video

DO.3 Keep Devices Safe and Secure
EF.5 Understand My Computer
DO.4 Fix Technical Problems
PS.4 Keep Kids Safe Online

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/windows7/

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/windows7/managing-user-accounts-and-parental-controls/1/

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Installing Windows 7

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Here's how to install Windows 7 on your computer.

Lesson

DO.4 Fix Technical Problems
EF.5 Understand My Computer

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/windows7/

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/windows7/installing-windows-7/1/

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Windows 7

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Learn how to use this Microsoft operating system so you can customize it, find files and folders, and do more.

Course/Tutorial

DO.1 Maintain Tech Devices
EF.5 Understand My Computer
IS.5 Use Search Strategies
DO.3 Keep Devices Safe and Secure
EF.6 Save and Find Documents
PS.4 Keep Kids Safe Online
DO.4 Fix Technical Problems

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL66F19FCE66442C17&si=EDoWdKwTo9n_0-fz

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/windows7/

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Upgrading to Windows 7

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Learn how to upgrade to Windows 7.

Lesson

DO.4 Fix Technical Problems
EF.5 Understand My Computer

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/windows7/

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/windows7/upgrading-to-windows-7/1/

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Windows 8: Managing User Accounts and Parental Controls

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Learn how to manage user accounts and parental controls in Windows 8.

Video
Lesson

DO.3 Keep Devices Safe and Secure
EF.5 Understand My Computer
PS.4 Keep Kids Safe Online
DO.4 Fix Technical Problems

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/windows8/

https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/windows8/managing-user-accounts-and-parental-controls/1/

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