PC Windows Basics

Training Provided by 123-CBT Computer Based Training DiscoverWare's a Discover PC & Windows Basics a is an interactive productivity tool for users of PCs and Microsoft Windows XP. Windows XP delivers a new standard in reliability, security, performance, and ease of use. Topics include what is a computer, hardware, Windows XP basics, file management, applications, the Internet, help resources, and computer ergonomics.

What is a Computer?

• The Personal Computer
  Understand Computers
  History Of The PC
  Advancements
  The First PCs
  The PC Today
  
• Portable Computers
  Laptops & Notebooks
  Handheld PCs & Palmtops
  

Hardware

• Components You Can See
  Hardware
  Monitor
  System Unit
  Keyboard
  Pointing Devices
  
• The System
  What Is A System?
  System Case
  Power Supply
  Motherboard
  CPU
  Video Output
  Sound
  Connections
  
• The CPU
  Central Processor
  Processor Speed
  
• Memory
  Memory
  RAM
  ROM
  
• Storage Devices
  Storage
  Hard Disk Drive
  Zip Disks & Diskettes
  CDs
  DVDs
  
• Peripheral Devices
  Ports
  Printer
  Speakers & Headphones
  Fax/Modem
  Scanner
  Network Interface Cards
  

The Windows XP Operating System

• An Operating System
  Operating System
  Your Operating System
  
• The Windows XP Desktop
  Desktop Icons
  The Taskbar
  The Start Menu
  
• Log On And Off
  Log On To Windows XP
  Log Off Options
  
• Device Drivers
  Devices
  Device Drivers
  Plug & Play
  

Networks

• Network Basics
  What Is A Network?
  How A LAN Works
  Intranets, Extranets, & The Internet
  
• Network Security
  What Is Network Security?
  Change Your Network Password
  Firewalls
  
• My Network Places
  Access Resources On A Network
  

Work With Applications

• What Is An Application?
  Types of Applications
  What Is A Software Suite?
  Work With Words
  Work With Numbers
  Manage Data
  Work With Others
  Communicate With E-Mail
  
• Install An Application
  Use AutoPlay
  Install An Application
  Install A Downloaded Application
  
• Uninstall An Application
  Use Add/Remove Programs Feature
  
• Run An Application
  Use Programs Menu & Windows Explorer
  Switch Between Applications
  

File Management

• Files & Folders
  Disks & Disk Drives
  Files & Folders
  Use My Computer
  File Names & Extensions
  Use Windows Explorer
  Shortcuts
  
• Format A Disk
  Format A Floppy Disk
  Use My Computer To Format A Floppy Disk
  
• Organize Files & Folders
  Create Files & Folders
  Copy & Move Files & Folders
  Delete & Restore Files
  
• Work With Files
  Open & Close Files
  Save Files
  Rename Files
  Find Files
  Print Files
  

The Internet

• Introduction To The Internet
  What Is The Internet?
  Who Can Use The Internet?
  How The Internet Works
  Types Of Internet Connections
  
• Using The Internet
  Communicate With Others
  Access Information
  Transfer Files
  Netiquette
  Business On The Internet
  
• E-Mail
  Using E-Mail
  Send E-Mail
  Receive E-Mail
  
• The World Wide Web
  What Is The World Wide Web?
  How The Web Works
  HTML
  Web Browsers
  URL
  What Is A Home Page?
  
• Search The Web
  Information On The Web
  Search Engines
  Perform A Query Search
  
• Other Internet Resources
  Download Files
  Zipped Files
  Plug-ins
  

Optimize Your PC

• Customize Your PC
  Customization Tools
  Customize the Mouse
  Customize the Desktop
  
• PC Security & Maintenance
  Computer Vi

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