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| Introduction to Personal Computers (Windows XP) |
| Course Number: AP0118 |
| Category: Networks & Operating Systems |
| Duration: 1.00 day |
Description
This ILT series course, rated 4.8/5.0 in overall quality by ProCert Labs, covers the evolution of computers, types of PCs, the Input-Process-Output cycle, and fundamental computer skills. Students will learn how to switch on a PC, identify system components, use input and output devices, manage disk drives, and change monitor settings. They will also learn how to manage files and folders, use e-mail, and browse the Web with Internet Explorer. Comes with a companion CBT program.
Outline
- Unit 1: Introduction to computers
- Topic A: Overview of computers
- Topic B: How computers work
- Topic C: Starting the computer
- Unit 2: Input devices
- Topic A: Mouse and keyboard basics
- Topic B: Other input devices
- Unit 3: Processing data
- Topic A: The system unit and the CPU
- Topic B: Memory
- Unit 4: Data storage
- Topic A: Floppy disks
- Topic B: Hard disks
- Topic C: Other storage devices
- Unit 5: Output devices
- Topic A: Monitor and desktop layout basics
- Topic B: Other output devices
- Unit 6: Managing data
- Topic A: Working with Windows Explorer
- Topic B: Working with folders
- Topic C: Working with files
- Topic D: Protecting data against viruses
- Unit 7: Working with applications
- Topic A: Windows XP Accessories
- Topic B: Outlook Express
- Topic C: Internet Explorer 6.0
- Topic D: Accessing Help and shutting down Windows XP