IT Foundations for Modern Non IT Professionals
Module 1
Module 1: The Digital Identity
Session 1: Owning Your Name (Domains)
What is a domain? How to choose one, extensions (.com vs .in vs .org), and the process of registration.
Session 3: Building Without Coding
Introduction to CMS (like WordPress) and Site Builders. How a website actually works behind the scenes.
Session 2: Your Digital Real Estate (Hosting)
Shared vs. Dedicated hosting in simple terms. Why you need it and how it connects to your domain.
Session 4: SSL & Website Trust
Why the “Padlock” icon matters, basic website security, and preventing your site from being marked “Unsafe.”
Module 2
Module 2: The Modern Office (Cloud & Collaboration)
Session 5: Transitioning to the Cloud
What is Cloud Computing? (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS explained via Netflix/Electricity analogies).
Session 7: Mastering OneDrive & SharePoint
How to stop using USB drives. Saving files to the cloud, version history, and “Auto-save” benefits.
Session 9: M365 Security Basics
Setting up Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and why “Password123” is a business risk.
Session 6: Microsoft 365 (M365) Setup
Choosing the right plan for a business and setting up your first professional email account (you@yourcompany.com).
Session 8: Teams & Communication
Setting up channels, scheduling meetings, and using “Planner” for task management.
Module 3
Module 3: Networking Without the Math
Session 10: The Modern PC
Essential Windows/Mac settings, “Device Manager” basics (fixing your own driver issues), and keeping your OS healthy.
Session 12: Router Management
How to log in to a router, changing the SSID (name), and setting a strong WPA3 password.
Session 14: The Office Firewall
Why you need one. The difference between a “Software Firewall” on your PC and a “Hardware Firewall” for the office.
Session 11: Wi-Fi Demystified
Difference between 2.4GHz and 5GHz. Understanding Wi-Fi 6 and why your signal drops behind walls.
Session 13: DHCP in Action
A practical look at how devices get IP addresses automatically and how to set a “Range” for your office guests.
Session 15: Remote Access & VPNs
How to safely access your office files from home without exposing your PC to hackers.
Module 4
Module 4: Cybersecurity & Safety
Session 16: The Art of the Scam (Phishing)
How to spot fake emails and SMS. Real-world examples of “CEO Fraud.”
Session 18: Password Managers
Moving away from notebooks. How to use tools like Bitwarden or LastPass to stay secure.
Session 17: Malware & Ransomware
What happens when you click the wrong link and how “Backups” (the 3-2-1 rule) save businesses.
Session 19: Privacy & Data Laws
A brief look at why protecting customer data is a legal requirement in India (DPDP Act basics).
Module 5
Module 5: Future-Proofing & Business Apps
Session 20: Intro to AI (ChatGPT & Beyond)
How to use AI to write emails, summarize reports, and brainstorm business ideas.
Session 22: Enterprise Apps (CRM/ERP)
What are they? Why a growing business needs a “Customer Relationship Manager” instead of just an Excel sheet.
Session 24: Process Automation
Intro to “If This Then That” (IFTTT) or Power Automate—making your apps talk to each other.
Session 21: AI for Productivity
Using AI tools for image generation, basic data analysis in Excel, and presentation building.
Session 23: Digital Payments & Fintech
Setting up payment gateways (Razorpay/UPI) for a small business safely.
Session 25: The IT Roadmap
How to hire an IT consultant, what questions to ask, and how to keep learning “In Bits.”