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E.C.D.L. Base Computer Essentials
English version

Last updated: 30 Nov 2020
Rely on TEST4U because it offers:
  • Variety - 385 exercises for E.C.D.L. / I.C.D.L. Base Computer Essentials
  • Help - 168 incorporated Video Solutions?, a unique one for each Question
  • Training Hours - Purchase hours for practice according to your individual needs
  • Unlimited Tests - No limit to the times a question runs, unlike competitive software
  • Classification - Distinct subcategories ?
  • Feedback - Immediate evaluation of answers ?
  • Plenitude - It covers 100% the certification syllabus
  • Adequacy - Same environment as the exams’
  • Flexibility - Practice on any Computer
  • Updates - Access to updated version
  • More than 700.000 candidates have trusted TEST4U since 2003


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E.C.D.L./I.C.D.L. Base - Computer Essentials

 

You have realized the need for an IT Certificate which proves your skills around basic computing concepts and you have decided to pursue the E.C.D.L. Computer Essentials Certification, which is provided by PeopleCert Certification Body.

So, how will you become 100% ready for the exam? With the adequate TEST4U module.

Congratulations! The “hard” part is over.

TEST4U will train you properly

 

TEST4U includes everything that you need in order to not only pass the exam of your choice and become Certified, but also acquire the necessary skills and competencies in order to use adequately the various devices, create and manage files with ease and use networks, as well as take care of the safety of your data while performing your everyday tasks.

 

Knowing how to use properly the various devices is an indispensable skill for all working professionals and home-users. It has become particularly important for freelancers, office workers, managers and executives, as well as social media users, students and pupils.

 

This is so cool, however, what the Candidate needs to know is as simple as:

“Upon successful completion of the module Computer Essentials will I have learnt...?”

  • How to understand basic terms and concepts concerning the use of computers
  • How to use hardware and software
  • How to use the various networking options
  • How to properly organize and manage my files
  • How to unzip files
  • How to protect my data from malware
  • How to create backup files

The answer to all of the above is: YES! You will have learnt how to perform all these tasks and many more, since TEST4U has specifically adjust each module to the requirements of each exam. TEST4U covers 100% the syllabus with targeted questions for every module, so as to match the level of difficulty, relevance, customization etc. We reassure you that we have gathered all the training tools you will need in TEST4U!

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TEST4U was initially released in Greece, in 2003, introducing an innovative way of learning by practicing on in-application questions. What does that mean? That the way of learning is based on the understanding of how to approach each question by actually performing tasks on the real (installed) application, as opposed to learning by heart the right answers.

 

TEST4U interface is identical to the exam interface

What would be the point of preparing you for an examination environment which is different from the one where you will be examined? None! This is why we have designed TEST4U in such a way, so as to maximize your familiarization with the exams and minimize your anxiety.

 

No question remains unanswered

TEST4U includes a distinct video-solution for each one of the questions it includes. This way, in case your answer to a question is wrong, or in case you don’t know how to answer a question or how to approach a task, all you need to do is watch the brief accompanying video-solution that we have prepared. It will show you the steps you need to follow in order to approach each question the right way, and ultimately learn how to use the application appropriately.

 

Can I become certified by TEST4U?

TEST4U is a training software which delivers the promise to prepare you adequately for the Certification exams. This is the reason why more than 700.000 users have trusted TEST4U since 2003 for their IT training.

In order to obtain a Certification, however, you will need to address a local representative of the Certification Body of your choice. There are various Certification Bodies, such as Knowledge Pillars, Certiport, E.C.D.L./I.C.D.L. to name a few.

For questions related to the examination fees (price per exam), availability etc. you will need to contact an Authorized Testing Center of the Certification Body of your choice.

14 reasons why TEST4U is all you need to pass the E.C.D.L. Base Computer Essentials Exam

 

  1. More than an E-course
    TEST4U is very different from an e-course. TEST4U will let you actively participate in the learning process, instead of just watching a video-lesson.
  2. Exams are performance-based. So is TEST4U
    The exams are performance-based, therefore Candidates are expected to be able to perform under a high pressure environment. Answering multiple choice questions is not helping you consolidate; learning how to perform multi-project tasks which are very similar to the ones you will face in the actual exam, is.
  3. TEST4U is a Tutor, only virtual
    Who doesn’t need instant feedback about how they just answered a question? Immediate evaluation of each of the answers you submit is the core idea behind TEST4U. But it’s not just a “right” or “wrong” message. It’s a dedicated video-solutions with the right steps to take in order to answer properly. This is what a real Tutor would do: Give you tasks to solve (multi-project ones, if he is as good as TEST4U) and guide you step-by-step, to demonstrate you the right way to approach each question.
  4. Covers 100% the Objective Domains by CERTIPORT
    With TEST4U you will cover 100% all the Objective Domains:
    • Computers and Devices
    • Desktop, Icons, Settings
    • Outputs
    • File Management
    • Networks
    • Security and Well-Being
  5. Includes 385 exercises for E.C.D.L. Base Computer Essentials
    Not only are there too many questions to practice on, but they are of the same level of difficulty as compared to what you will face at the exams. Ok, yeah, some of them are slightly trickier, but the point is to learn, right?
    Solving them all will give you an increased sense of self-confidence during the exam and will help you learn how to manage your time better.
  6. Target your training
    Ok, you are familiar with many of the tools in your Windows computer. But not with everything. This is why TEST4U has broken down into categories the entire Syllabus, to help you personalize your training and focus in the less-known areas.
  7. Repeat, repeat, repeat
    As many times as you feel that you need to. There are no limits. You may practice on the same question again and again until you are satisfied with your results.
  8. Experience matters, but a brush-up is always a good idea
    Even if you are an experienced user, you will upgrade your knowledge to the latest version of Microsoft Windows.
  9. Trust the Experts
    TEST4U is not another e-learning material. TEST4U is different. Our years of classroom training experience and teaching techniques have been incorporated in TEST4U. As a result, TEST4U covers 100% the syllabus of Certiport Certification Body.
  10. Choose the option that suits you best
    A 15-hour training package is ideal for the Candidates with a prior familiarization with the operating system, but this is not the case with all of the Candidates out there. If your experience is limited, or if you haven’t participated in an exam lately, the 25-hour training package will allow you to train at your own pace.
  11. Access to the latest updates
    TEST4U provides access to the latest updated version of the TEST4U module you selected, all features included (new questions, updates e.tc.). Just login and the updated version will install automatically.
  12. Access TEST4U from anywhere!
    Do you need to access TEST4U from more than one PCs or locations? We encourage you to do so! TEST4U is the most flexible training platform, that allows you to train according to your account and does not commit you to a specific PC or Workstation.
  13. Take your time to try it!
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  14. TEST4U is more than widespread around the globe
    More than 700.000 Candidates have trusted TEST4U for their exam preparation since 2003. Be the next one.
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Syllabus
This product covers the following syllabus. You can see the sections covered as well as the number of questions by clicking on each tab.
TEST4U
  IN-ATES QUESTIONS [?]
 
QUIZ QUESTIONS [?]
 
QUESTIONS IN TOTAL
 
  168 217 385
SECTION 1First steps SAMPLE QUESTION 2 15 17
SECTION 2Basic Functions 1 SAMPLE QUESTION 4 17 21
SECTION 3Basic Functions 2 SAMPLE QUESTION 21 2 23
SECTION 4Basic Functions 3 SAMPLE QUESTION 6 20 26
SECTION 5Notepad SAMPLE QUESTION 8 6 14
SECTION 6Icons SAMPLE QUESTION 7 22 29
SECTION 7Windows SAMPLE QUESTION 11 16 27
SECTION 8Basic Concepts 1 SAMPLE QUESTION 0 15 15
SECTION 9Basic Concepts 2 SAMPLE QUESTION 0 17 17
SECTION 10Folders 1 SAMPLE QUESTION 3 18 21
SECTION 11Folders 2 SAMPLE QUESTION 24 0 24
SECTION 12Files 1 SAMPLE QUESTION 4 21 25
SECTION 13Files 2 SAMPLE QUESTION 25 0 25
SECTION 14Copy - Cut - Paste SAMPLE QUESTION 15 1 16
SECTION 15Delete - Restore SAMPLE QUESTION 8 4 12
SECTION 16Search SAMPLE QUESTION 12 6 18
SECTION 17Compression SAMPLE QUESTION 7 7 14
SECTION 18Computer viruses SAMPLE QUESTION 0 23 23
SECTION 19Prints SAMPLE QUESTION 11 7 18
E.C.D.L. v6.0
  IN-ATES QUESTIONS [?]
 
QUIZ QUESTIONS [?]
 
QUESTIONS IN TOTAL
 
  167 650 817
1. Computers and Devices 0 272 272
SECTION 1 1.1. ICT SAMPLE QUESTION 0 54 54
1.1.1. Define the term Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
0 4 4
1.1.2. Identify different types of ICT services/uses like: Internet services, mobile technology, office productivity applications.
0 50 50
SECTION 2 1.2. Hardware SAMPLE QUESTION 0 133 133
1.2.1 Define the term hardware. Identify the main types of computers like: desktops, laptops, tablets. Identify the main types of devices like: smartphones, media players, digital cameras.
0 18 18
1.2.2. Define the terms processor, Random Access Memory (RAM), storage. Understand their impact on performance when using computers and devices.
0 42 42
1.2.3. Identify the main types of integrated and external equipment like: printers, screens, scanners, keyboards, mouse/trackpad, webcam, speakers, microphone, docking station.
0 60 60
1.2.4. Identify common input/output ports like: USB, HDMI.
0 13 13
SECTION 3 1.3. Software and Licensing SAMPLE QUESTION 0 73 73
1.3.1. Define the term software and distinguish between the main types of software like: operating systems, applications. Know that software can be installed locally or available online.
0 17 17
1.3.2. Define the term operating system and identify some common operating systems for computers and devices.
0 17 17
1.3.3. Identify common examples of applications like: office productivity, communications, social networking, media, design, mobile applications.
0 21 21
1.3.4. Define the term End-User License Agreement (EULA). Recognise that software must be licensed before use.
0 9 9
1.3.5. Outline the types of software licenses: proprietary, open source, trial version, shareware, freeware.
0 9 9
SECTION 4 1.4. Start Up, Shut Down SAMPLE QUESTION 0 12 12
1.4.1. Start a computer and log on securely using a user name and password.
0 2 2
1.4.2. Log off, shut down, restart a computer using an appropriate routine.
0 10 10
2. Desktop, Icons, Settings 54 70 124
SECTION 1 2.1. Desktop and Icons SAMPLE QUESTION 9 30 39
2.1.1. Outline the purpose of the desktop and the task bar.
0 8 8
2.1.2. Identify common icons like those representing: files, folders, applications, printers, drives, shortcuts/aliases, recycle bin/wastebasket/trash.
2 16 18
2.1.3. Select and move icons.
0 3 3
2.1.4. Create, rename, move, delete a shortcut/alias.
7 3 10
SECTION 2 2.2. Using Windows SAMPLE QUESTION 16 18 34
2.2.1. Identify the different parts of a window: title bar, menu bar, toolbar, ribbon, status bar, scroll bar.
3 12 15
2.2.2. Open, collapse, expand, restore down, maximise, resize, move, close a window.
12 5 17
2.2.3. Switch between open windows.
1 1 2
SECTION 3 2.3. Tools and Settings SAMPLE QUESTION 29 22 51
2.3.1. Use available help functions.
1 2 3
2.3.2. View the computer's basic system information: operating system name and version number, installed RAM.
7 2 9
2.3.3. Change desktop configuration settings: date and time, volume settings, background, resolution.
8 7 15
2.3.4. Change, add, remove keyboard language. Change default language.
0 4 4
2.3.5. Shut down a non-responding application.
1 1 2
2.3.6. Install, uninstall an application.
8 2 10
2.3.7. Connect a device (USB flash drive, digital camera, media player) to a computer. Disconnect a device using an appropriate routine.
2 0 2
2.3.8. Capture a full screen, active window.
2 4 6
3. Outputs 21 19 40
SECTION 1 3.1. Working with Text SAMPLE QUESTION 10 11 21
3.1.1. Open, close a word processing application. Open, close files.
4 2 6
3.1.2. Enter text into a document.
1 0 1
3.1.3. Copy, move text within a document, between open documents. Paste a screen capture into a document.
0 5 5
3.1.4. Save and name a document.
5 4 9
SECTION 2 3.2. Printing SAMPLE QUESTION 11 8 19
3.2.1. Install, uninstall a printer. Print a test page.
2 1 3
3.2.2. Set the default printer from an installed printer list.
3 3 6
3.2.3. Print a document from a word processing application.
2 0 2
3.2.4. View, pause, restart, cancel a print job.
4 4 8
4. File Management 92 91 183
SECTION 1 4.1. Introducing Files and Folders SAMPLE QUESTION 37 43 80
4.1.1. Understand how an operating system organises drives, folders, files in a hierarchical structure. Navigate between drives, folders, sub-folders, files.
1 11 12
4.1.2. Display file, folder properties like: name, size, location.
5 1 6
4.1.3. Change view to display files and folders like: tiles, icons, list, details.
7 6 13
4.1.4. Identify common file types like: word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, portable document format (pdf), image, audio, video, compressed, executable files.
0 8 8
4.1.5. Open a file, folder, drive.
3 6 9
4.1.6. Recognise good practice in folder, file naming: use meaningful names for folders and files to help with searching and organisation.
0 3 3
4.1.7. Create a folder.
5 0 5
4.1.8. Rename a file, folder.
3 1 4
4.1.9. Search for files by properties: all or part of file name using wildcards if necessary, content, date modified.
12 6 18
4.1.10. View list of recently used files.
1 1 2
SECTION 2 4.2. Organising Files and Folders SAMPLE QUESTION 44 14 58
4.2.1. Select individual, adjacent, non-adjacent files, folders.
6 4 10
4.2.2. Sort files in ascending, descending order by name, size, type, date modified.
8 6 14
4.2.3. Copy, move files, folders between folders, drives.
16 0 16
4.2.4. Delete files, folders to the recycle bin/wastebasket/trash and restore to original location.
13 3 16
4.2.5. Empty the recycle bin/wastebasket/trash.
1 1 2
SECTION 3 4.3. Storage and Compression SAMPLE QUESTION 11 34 45
4.3.1. Identify the main types of storage media like: internal hard disk, external hard disk, network drive, CD, DVD, Blu-ray Disc, USB flash drive, memory card, online file storage.
0 10 10
4.3.2. Identify file size, folder size, storage capacity measurements like: KB, MB, GB, TB.
0 17 17
4.3.3. View available space on a storage device.
4 0 4
4.3.4. Understand the purpose of file, folder compression.
0 7 7
4.3.5. Compress files, folders.
4 0 4
4.3.6. Extract compressed files, folders to a location on a drive.
3 0 3
5. Networks 0 98 98
SECTION 1 5.1. Network Concepts SAMPLE QUESTION 0 82 82
5.1.1. Define the term network. Outline the purpose of a network: to share, access data and devices securely.
0 18 18
5.1.2. Define the term Internet. Identify some of its main uses like: World Wide Web (WWW), VoIP, e-mail, IM.
0 40 40
5.1.3. Define the terms intranet, virtual private network (VPN) and identify their main uses.
0 10 10
5.1.4. Understand what transfer rate means. Understand how it is measured: bits per second (bps), kilobits per second (kbps), megabits per second (mbps), gigabits per second (gbps).
0 10 10
5.1.5. Understand the concepts of downloading from, uploading to a network.
0 4 4
SECTION 2 5.2. Network Access SAMPLE QUESTION 0 16 16
5.2.1. Identify the different options for connecting to the Internet like: phone line, mobile phone, cable, wi-fi, wi-max, satellite.
0 10 10
5.2.2. Define the term Internet Service Provider (ISP). Identify important considerations when selecting an internet subscription option like: upload speed, download speed and quota, cost.
0 4 4
5.2.3. Recognise the status of a wireless network: protected/secure, open.
0 1 1
5.2.4. Connect to a wireless network.
0 1 1
6. Security and Well-Being 0 100 100
SECTION 1 6.1 Protecting Data and Devices SAMPLE QUESTION 0 35 35
6.1.1. Recognise good password policies like: create with adequate length, adequate character mix, do not share, change regularly.
0 7 7
6.1.2. Define the term firewall and outline its purpose.
0 3 3
6.1.3. Understand the purpose of regularly backing up data to a remote location.
0 17 17
6.1.4. Recognise the importance of regularly updating software like: anti-virus, application, operating system software.
0 8 8
SECTION 2 6.2. Malware SAMPLE QUESTION 0 34 34
6.2.1. Understand the term malware. Identify different types of malware like: virus, worm, Trojan, spyware.
0 12 12
6.2.2. Be aware how malware can infect a computer or device.
0 13 13
6.2.3. Use anti-virus software to scan a computer.
0 9 9
SECTION 3 6.3. Health and Green IT SAMPLE QUESTION 0 31 31
6.3.1. Recognise ways to help ensure a user’s well-being while using a computer or device like: take regular breaks, ensure appropriate lighting and posture.
0 15 15
6.3.2. Recognise computer and device energy saving practices: turning off, adjusting automatic shutdown, backlight, sleep mode settings.
0 2 2
6.3.3. Recognise that computers, devices, batteries, printer cartridges and paper should be recycled.
0 4 4
6.3.4. Identify some options available for enhancing accessibility like: voice recognition software, screen reader, screen magnifier, on-screen keyboard, high contrast.
0 10 10