The Installing Software, Packages and Patches Course introduces the installation methods of the Solaris Operating System (Solaris OS). It also discusses the hardware requirements for installing the Solaris OS from a CD-ROM or DVD. Additionally, it covers the fundamentals of package administration using the command-line interface. It also includes the process of adding, checking, removing and streaming software packages. Lastly, the course covers the fundamentals of patch administration and different methods for accessing and installing patches.