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Windows XP Professional: End User
| Duration: 1 day |
| Participants: Those who want to want to know how to use many of the programs that come with Windows XP; and also make appropriate requests, participate in conversations, and troubleshoot problems related to personal computers. |
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Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this course you will be able to:
- Use fundamental personal computing terminology. - Use fundamental Windows XP skills. - Use Windows Explorer to manage files and folders. - Use common Windows XP program techniques by working with several programs at the same time. - Customize the Windows XP environment. - Share files, folders, and resources over a network. - Access the Internet using Windows XP programs. - Use Windows XP tools to maintain the computer. |
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Overview:
This course provides a broad foundation for students so that they will have a greater awareness and confidence using personal computers. In general, this course may enable students to participate in conversations, make appropriate requests, and troubleshoot problems related to personal computers.
- Students will gain practical information and skills, such as what a computer is, how to manage personal files and folders that they create, and how to use many of the programs that come with Windows XP. - Students will share files and resources with co-workers over a network. - They will explore how Windows XP takes advantage of the Internet. - Students learn how to customize and maintain their computers to create the most efficient workspace possible. |
| Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course. |
| Format: Lecture and discussion with hands-on exercises. |
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Topic Outline:
- Getting Started with Personal Computers Uses of Personal Computers Types of Personal Computers Common Computer Components How Personal Computers Work Start the PC - Using a Personal Computer Log On to a PC Explore the Desktop with the Mouse Manipulate Open Windows Use Help and Support Adjust the Mouse - Managing Folders and Files Folder and File Organization Access the Windows Explorer Use the Search Companion Work with Folders Work with Files Create Shortcuts Use the Recycle Bin - Using Programs at the Same Time Create a Document in WordPad Use the Address Book Format Text Use the Calculator Customize a Logo in Paint Turn Off the Computer - Customizing Windows XP Apply a Theme Customize the Desktop Select a Screen Saver Modify Appearance and Effects Control the Start Menu Customize the Taskbar - Making Connections An Overview of Networks Add a Printer Manage Print Jobs Share Files Work Remotely - Using Windows XP and the Internet An Overview of the Internet Search the Internet Keep Windows XP Up-to-Date Communicate with Windows Messenger Use Remote Assistance - Maintaining the Computer Diagnose System Problems Clean Up the Hard Disk Defragment the Hard Disk Back Up and Restore Personal Files Restore System Files - Windows XP Keyboard Shortcuts Keyboard Shortcuts - Using the Windows Movie Maker Windows Movie Maker |
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