Microsoft Windows 7 is the most powerful PC operating system on the market and it is here to stay. Being able to access such power requires that you know where that power lies, and just what it can do for you.
Now is the time to explore the world of Windows! Maximize your efficiency when working on your computer. You will learn the fundamentals of this remarkable software. Learn about file management, create new folders and files, master the desktop, and explore the standard accessories of Windows..
Course content
- Working with the desktop
- Understanding the taskbar and icons
- Moving, minimizing, maximizing, and closing windows
- Opening items from the Start menu
- Launching programs from icons
- Using the Quick Launch bar
- Using shortcut menus
- Cascading, tiling, and scrolling windows
- Switching between multiple windows
- Changing views in a window
- Using My Computer to see drives and folders
- Using the Control Panel to change settings
- Creating new folders
- Moving, copying and renaming folders
- Creating, moving and copying files
- Creating folders on the desktop
- Retrieving deleted items with Recycle Bin
- Changing the background, color scheme and screen saver
- Hiding and moving the taskbar
- Arranging icons
- customizing the Start menu
- Finding files and folders
- Printing files
- Moving and copying text
- Using the Accessories
- Using Help and Support
Prerequisite: No-Fear PC Introduction