Windows

Windows

WN00 – All Modules (1& 2)                                                                             $198

WN01 – Module 1 Windows                                                                           $105

The Fundamentals

• What’s new in Windows
• Start and log on to Windows
• Understand the Windows screen
• Understand the new Windows interface
• Use the mouse to: point, click, double-click, right-click, drag, and drop
• Use the keyboard
• Exit Windows and turn off the computer

Working with a Window

• Starting a program
• Understanding the parts of a window
• Minimizing, maximizing, and restoring a window
• Moving and closing a window
• Changing the size of a window
• Switching between several programs
• Tiling and cascading windows

Working with a Windows Program

• Use menus and toolbars
• Fill out a dialog box
• Enter and edit text
• Save and open a file
• Select, replace, and delete text
• Use the undo function
• Print a file
• Cut, copy, and paste text
• Format fonts and paragraphs
• Get help
• Save and open files in different locations

Working with Files and Folders

• Understanding storage devices, folders, and files
• Using My Computer to navigate through folders and files
• Opening, creating, and renaming files and folders
• Copying, moving, and deleting files and folders
• Restoring a deleted file, and emptying the Recycle Bin
• Changing how information is displayed
• Selecting multiple files and folders
• Finding a file using the Search Companion
• Using Windows Explorer

Customizing the Taskbar and Desktop

• Move, size, and hide the Taskbar
• Adjust your computer’s volume
• Customize the Start Menu
• Work with the Quick Launch Toolbar
• Open recently used files
• Start a program with the Run command
• Add shortcuts to the Desktop
• Start a program when Windows starts

Customising Windows

• Changing the date and time
• Adding wallpaper and changing the screen colors
• Changing the screen resolution and color depth
• Using a screen saver and desktop theme
• Changing system sounds
• Adjusting the mouse
• Customizing how Windows looks and works

WN02 – Module 2 Windows                                                                           $105

The Free Programs

• Learn about WordPad
• Learn about NotePad
• Learn about the Calculator
• Learn about the Sound Recorder
• Learn about Paint and create a picture
• Learn about the Games
• Learn about the Character Map
• Learn how to use the new Windows Media Player
• Learn how to use Windows Movie Maker

Optimising and Maintaining your Computer

• Formatting and copying a floppy disk
• Defragmenting and fixing errors on your hard disk
• Backing up and restoring your hard disk
• Freeing up space on your hard disk
• Scheduling tasks
• Installing and removing software
• Adding and removing Windows components
• Installing a printer
• Installing new hardware
• Using the Windows update feature
• Installing and reinstalling Windows
• Using the Device Manager

Exploring the Internet

• Understand and connect to the internet
• Find a specific web page
• Browse and search the web
• Add web pages to Favourites
• Change your Home Page
• Display a history of visited web pages
• Download pictures and software
• Use e-mail

Networking with Windows

• Understanding networks
• Create and delete a user account
• Sharing your files and printer with other users on the network
• Browsing the network
• Connecting to a network drive and printer