Brainwaves Video Anthology
Amanda Jones - That Librarian: The Fight Against Book Banning in America
Amanda Jones, author of That Librarian: The Fight Against Book Banning in America, shares her story as a small-town school librarian in Louisiana who has faced harassment and threats since speaking out against censorship at a library...
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Learn Java Unit Testing with JUnit 5 in 20 Steps - Step 21 - Tip - JUnit Patterns - xunitpatterns
JUnit 5: Step 21 - Tip - JUnit Patterns - xunitpatterns This clip is from the chapter "JUnit 5" of the series "Learn Java Unit Testing with JUnit 5 in 20 Steps".This section firstly introduces you to the course and gives you an overview...
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CompTIA A+ Certification Core 1 (220-1101) - What Is a CPU?
The Central Processing Unit (CPU) is quite possibly the most critical component of a PC. But what tasks does the CPU deal with, and how does it go about handling them? Let's dig into the core features of a CPU. This clip is from the...
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CompTIA A+ Certification Core 1 (220-1101) - Internet Tiers
In this episode, Mike discusses the structure of the Internet. Starting with the Tier 1 carriers, he shows how carriers at each layer relate to their peers and also how they interact with Tiers above and customers below. This episode...
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CompTIA A+ Certification Core 1 (220-1101) - Introduction to TCP/IP
The Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is the cornerstone of Internet addressing and routing. It's important to understand IP addressing schemes and to see how TCP and IP work together to make the Internet work....
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CompTIA A+ Certification Core 1 (220-1101) - Beyond the LAN
In this episode, Mike explores the crazy acronym soup around networking, explaining the differences among terms such as LAN, WAN, MAN, PAN, and HAM. (Just kidding on the last term!) This helps minimize confusion in later networking...
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CompTIA A+ Certification Core 1 (220-1101) - Primary PC Components
Mike takes you on a tour of the primary PC components including the computer case, monitor, and various peripherals including the keyboard, mouse, speakers, and more. This clip is from the chapter "Book Chapter 2 - The Visible Computer"...
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Python for Everybody: The Ultimate Python 3 Bootcamp - Functions
Sometimes you need to check whether something is a match against multiple answers. Chaining comparison operators in Python lets you check against multiple answers. This clip is from the chapter "Intermediate Python" of the series "Python...
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The Complete Guide to ASP.NET Core MVC (.NET 5) - Home Page
In this video, we'll look at home page. This clip is from the chapter "Product CRUD" of the series "The Complete Guide to ASP.NET Core MVC (.NET 5)".In this section, let's look at product CRUD.
Epic Reads
Chapters 1 & 2 of I AM NUMBER FOUR – Pittacus Lore | Audiobook
Listen to the first two chapters of the book that started the epic Lorien Legacies series by Pittacus Lore! John Smith may seem like an ordinary teenager, but he more than anyone knows that looks can be deceiving… and if he doesn’t blend...
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CompTIA A+ Certification Core 1 (220-1101) - Modern CPUs
The modern processor is loaded with features that you need to know in order to excel as a PC technician. Let's examine some of the modern CPU's abilities and get hands-on with a tool that has become a necessity when dealing with central...
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CompTIA A+ Certification Core 1 (220-1101) - Cloud-Based Applications
In this episode, Mike looks at applications in the cloud. Cloud-based storage enables access to files from any connected device. Cloud-based applications enable easy configuration and management. Virtual desktops create a consistent...
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CompTIA A+ Certification Core 1 (220-1101) - Cloud Computing
In this episode, Mike looks at the benefits of cloud computing (or moving virtual machines out onto the Internet). The cloud VMs enable benefits such as rapid elasticity and on-demand scaling, so you can quickly support any Internet...
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CompTIA A+ Certification Core 1 (220-1101) - Advanced Virtualization Setup
Mike describes the process of changing one or more VMs, such as modifying the number and size of mass storage available. You can use a VM to explore the many options available in Disk Management with multiple drives. The episode also...
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CompTIA A+ Certification Core 1 (220-1101) - Your First Virtual Machine
In this episode, Mike walks the viewer through the process of setting up a new virtual machine. The host OS is Windows 10; Oracle VM VirtualBox is the type 2 hypervisor. The VM Mike installs runs Ubuntu Linux. During the setup, Mike...
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CompTIA A+ Certification Core 1 (220-1101) - Understanding Virtualization
In the first virtualization episode, Mike explores the concepts behind virtual machines. He discusses virtualization vs. emulation, how modern VMs work, and the differences between Type 1 and Type 2 hypervisors (the different hosts for...
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CompTIA A+ Certification Core 1 (220-1101) - Troubleshooting Display Technologies
The CompTIA A+ exams will challenge you on monitor troubleshooting. Whether it's simply changing the input or replacing a burned-out bulb, troubleshooting displays is critical for techs. This clip is from the chapter "Book Chapter 17 -...
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CompTIA A+ Certification Core 1 (220-1101) - Projectors
It's easy to think of projectors as nothing more than monitors that project on a wall but that's a bit short-sighted. Projectors come with their own technologies and configurations that a good tech understands. This clip is from the...
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CompTIA A+ Certification Core 1 (220-1101) - Multiple Monitors
The CompTIA A+ concentrates on Windows, but every operating system gives you the ability to use more than one monitor. Make sure you understand the power of multiple monitors as well as how to install and configure them. This clip is...
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CompTIA A+ Certification Core 1 (220-1101) - Installing a Graphics Card
Graphics cards often require special treatment when installing them in terms of power and cooling. In addition, systems need special drivers to take full advantage of the power of most graphics cards. This clip is from the chapter "Book...
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CompTIA A+ Certification Core 1 (220-1101) - Resolutions and Aspect Ratios
More resolution means a more detailed picture. Monitor resolutions have increased for decades, and a good tech understands common resolutions and aspect ratios. This clip is from the chapter "Book Chapter 17 - Display Technologies" of...
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CompTIA A+ Certification Core 1 (220-1101) - Graphics Cards and Connections
Monitors don't create the images they display; that's the graphics card's job. Graphics cards come with different features and capabilities that a good tech understands very well. This clip is from the chapter "Book Chapter 17 - Display...
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CompTIA A+ Certification Core 1 (220-1101) - LCD Breakdown
The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) is the dominant technology for today's monitors. A good tech should possess a deep understanding of how LCDs work and how to open and repair an LCD monitor. This clip is from the chapter "Book Chapter 17...
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CompTIA A+ Certification Core 1 (220-1101) - Monitor Technologies
There's more than one way to make a monitor, but they all share one very important common feature: the pixel. Once we understand that all monitors have pixels, it's easier to understand the different technologies you might find in a...