LibGuides: Grade 11 and 12 Computer Engineering Technology: Computer Technology Fundamentals

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Hardware Components
Learn all about computer hardware with Lumen Learning.
Network Topologies
This article from webopedia explains some common network topologies.
BIOS (Basic Input Output System)
This article from LifeWire describes what BIOS is.
Basic Electronic Components and What They Do
Learn about the basic electronic components of computers.

Khan Academy - Kirchoff's Laws
Khan Academy explains Kirchoff's Laws of current and voltage.
Computer Input and Output Devices
Learn about input and output devices with Khan Academy.
Introduction to Plug and Play
This article from Microsoft introduces you to plug and play hardware and software.
Ohm's Law
Learn about Ohm's Law with this article from All About Circuits.
What is TCP/IP
This article from Avast explains TCP/IP protocol.
Laws of Boolean Algebra
Learn about Boolean algebra and how it is used in electronics.