Introduction to Microsoft Windows

Course details

This one-day course is designed to help delegates to gain competence using the basic functions of a personal computer and the Windows operating system.

A delegate will learn how to use the Windows Desktop, how to organize and manage folders and files, how to use application windows, how to manage printers and how to use the applications supplied by Windows.

Course Outline

Module 1

• What exactly is Microsoft Windows?
• Starting Microsoft Windows
• Application Software
• History of Microsoft Windows
• Graphical User Interface (GUI)
• What's on your Desktop
• Use the Mouse / Mouse Terminology
• Desktop Items
• Log Off Option
• Turn Off Option

Module 2

• Getting to know your Desktop
• Select & Open an Icon
• Rearranging Icons
• Create an Icon
• Shortcut Icons
• Window Elements / Menu Bar / Toolbars
• Resize a Window
• Switch between Windows
• Arranging Windows
• Horizontal & Vertical Scrollbars
• Taskbar
• Start Menu Properties
• Folders
• Start and Use a Program (WordPad)
• Document Management (Saving)
• Start and Use a Program (Paint)
• Clear the Documents Menu

Module 3

• Getting Help and Support
• Find & Search for Something
• Run Command
• Customize the Start Menu
• Shortcuts
• Printers
• Control Panel
• Appearance & Themes
• Background / Wallpaper
• Screensaver
• Appearance
• Screen Resolution - Settings
• Setting the Date & Time
• Customize the Mouse
• Regional Settings / Options
• Other Accessories - Calculator
• Character Map
• Notepad / Games
• Disk Defragmenter
• Backup & Restoring Data
• Computer Security

Module 4

• Windows Explorer - Setting up a Filing System
• Changing the Display
• Organizing your Files & Folders
• Creating & Deleting & Renaming Folders
• Selecting Files in a Folder
• Moving & Copying Files
• Copying Files
• Recycle Bin