Novice

1. Keyboard Shortcuts:

   • Copy: Ctrl + C
   • Paste: Ctrl + V
   • Cut: Ctrl + X
   • Undo: Ctrl + Z
   • Open Task Manager: Ctrl + Shift + Esc

2. Basic File Management:

   • Organize Files: Create folders to keep your documents, photos, and other files organized.
   • Search: Use the search bar in File Explorer or Finder to quickly locate files.

3. Browser Tips:

   • Bookmarks: Save frequently visited websites as bookmarks for easy access.
   • Tabs: Open multiple tabs to keep various websites available without cluttering your workspace.

4. System Updates:

   • Windows: Go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update.
   • Mac: Open System Preferences > Software Update. (From Novice to Pro)

Intermediate

1. Advanced Keyboard Shortcuts:

   • Switch Between Apps: Alt + Tab (Windows) or Command + Tab (Mac).
   • Screenshot: PrtScn or Windows + Shift + S (Windows) or Command + Shift + 4 (Mac).

2. File Compression:

   • Zip Files: Compress multiple files into a single zip file to save space and make sharing easier.

3. Task Automation:

   • Windows Task Scheduler: Schedule tasks like running a program or script at specific times.
   • Mac Automator: Create custom workflows to automate repetitive tasks.

4. Command Line Basics:

   • Windows Command Prompt: Use commands like dir (list directory contents) and cd (change directory).
   • Mac Terminal: Use commands like ls (list files) and cd. (From Novice to Pro)

Advanced

1. System Monitoring:

   • Resource Monitor (Windows): Track CPU, memory, disk, and network usage.
   • Activity Monitor (Mac): Monitor processes, memory usage, and system performance.

2. Networking:

   • IP Configuration: Use ipconfig (Windows) or ifconfig/ip (Mac/Linux) to view network settings.
   • Network Troubleshooting: Use ping, tracert, or traceroute to diagnose connectivity issues.

3. Scripting:

   • Batch Files (Windows): Automate tasks with simple scripts using .bat files.
   • Shell Scripts (Mac/Linux): Write scripts using bash to automate processes.

4. Security Measures:

   • Firewall Configuration: Adjust firewall settings to control incoming and outgoing traffic.
   • Antivirus Software: Keep it updated and perform regular scans.

Pro

1. Advanced Scripting and Programming:

   • Python: Use for automation, data analysis, and more complex tasks.
   • PowerShell (Windows): Create advanced scripts for system administration and management.

2. Virtualization:

   • Virtual Machines: Use software like VMware or VirtualBox to create and manage virtual environments.
   • Docker: Containerize applications to ensure they run consistently across different environments.

3. System Optimization:

   • Disk Management: Use tools like Disk Cleanup (Windows) or Disk Utility (Mac) to manage disk space and performance.
   • Registry Tweaks (Windows): Make advanced adjustments to improve performance (be cautious).

4. Network Configuration:

   • VPNs: Set up and manage Virtual Private Networks for secure remote access.
   • Advanced Network Tools: Use tools like Wireshark for network analysis and troubleshooting.

5. Server Management:

   • Web Servers: Configure and manage servers like Apache or Nginx.
   • Database Management: Use SQL or NoSQL databases, and manage them with tools like MySQL Workbench or MongoDB Compass.