10 Hours / $149.00

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The basics of the world's most popular operating system. Whether you're a newbie (beginner) or a seasoned pro, you will get a wealth of knowledge from this class. From basic definitions to saving, organizing and backing up your files, this class is for anyone who has never had formal training in how to use a computer. By the time you're finished with this class, you be confident and competent around any Windows computer.

Some of the things you will learn include:

ð     Purchasing a computer and an introduction to computer parts

ð     Hardware versus Software

ð     Getting proficient with the mouse (and a good reason for playing games like Solitaire)

ð     When to shut down, and when not to.

ð     Definitions: Desktop, Icons, Task Bar, Start and the Start Menu, Date/Time, My Computer, Recycle Bin, My Network Places

ð     Parts of a typical window: Title Bar, Menu Bar, Tool Bar, Address Bar, Status Bar, Scroll Bar(s)

ð     Three ways to open a window

ð     The right mouse button and what it does

ð     Four ways to start a program

ð     Shortcuts

ð     How to set up QuickLaunch

ð     The Close, Maximize/Restore and Minimize buttons

ð     Moving and resizing a window

ð     Using the Task Bar to multitask

ð     When things don’t work: Troubleshooting

ð     Introduction to Windows Explorer

ð     Managing files and folders

ð     Moving and copying files and folders

ð     Deleting files and folders

ð     Bits and Bytes: What does it all mean?

ð     Backing up the important stuff

ð     The essential software not included with Windows

ð     Routine maintenance

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