Software/Hardware Skills

 

It's one thing to learn how to use computer applications. It's quite another to be able to maintain and fix computer issues. Knowing how to use a computer's hardware as a machine as opposed to using it as a cool productivity tool with interesting programmers makes all the difference.

 COMPUTER HARDWARE SKILLS

Any physical equipment or device utilised in or with a computer system is known as hardware (anything you can see and touch).You can use a computer physically if you have hardware skills. Knowing how to turn gadgets on and off is a basic hardware ability. They might also include more difficult activities like updating software, replacing components, or repairing malfunctioning equipment. Many firms hire qualified experts with advanced computer abilities for these challenging tasks.

                                                                                          COMPUTER HARDWARE SKILLS

Software is a collection of instructions or programmers that instruct a computer on how to carry out a certain task (computer software runs on hardware).You can use applications and programmers more effectively if you have strong software abilities. Employers may view certain software abilities as requirements for employment. Some software skills may not be listed on job postings by employers since they are presumed to be known by everyone. For instance, many employers could assume that all candidates are familiar with the fundamentals of word processing tools like Microsoft Word.

Ref

Computer skills: Definitions and examples | indeed.com (no date). Available at: https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/resumes-cover-letters/computer-skills (Accessed: October 29, 2022).

Wang, M. (2020) Topic B: Computer Hardware and software, Key Concepts of Computer Studies. BCcampus. Available at: https://opentextbc.ca/computerstudies/chapter/computer-hardware-and-software/ (Accessed: October 29, 2022).