In this workshop, participants will get the opportunity to open a computer case, and see how to perform common upgrades and repairs, without risking their own system. Acronyms and obscure terms are explained, and participants will be able to take out individual components of the computer, and examine them in detail. This workshop is intended for anyone wanting to make upgrades on their own computers, and looking for a safe environment to practice.

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Participants will:

• perform basic maintenance on a computer
• replace and upgrade common computer components like RAM, hard drives and expansion cards
• understand current computer terminology
• recognize common hardware problems

The following workshops are suggested prerequisites to this workshop:

• Windows: Basic Computing Skills

Participants should already be able to:

• use a Windows-based computer