Introduction to PCs Training

Summary:

This online training series is designed to introduce users to personal computers. Users will learn what a PC is and what an operating system is. They will learn basic computer skills such as turning a computer on, logging on to Windows, and working with files. Users will also learn to identify and use the major components of a PC, both externally and internally, including: disk drives, monitors, mice, keyboards, and printers.

This Introduction to PCs online training series provides 35 hours of self-paced courseware. This web-based training provides 1 year of unlimited access to all of the following lessons:

1 . Introducing the PC
2 . Using Your PC
3 . Working with Folders and Files
4 . Inside Your PC
5 . Basic Peripherals
6 . Other Peripherals
7 . Understanding Software
8 . Introducing the Internet
9 . Internet and E-mail Tips
10 . Troubleshooting and Tips

Lesson Detail:

Introducing the PC
This course introduces users to basic computer concepts and instructs users on how to start the PC.

Defining a PC
Describing a typical PC
The front of the PC's console
The back of the PC's console
Types of PCs
Basic PC software
Turning on the PC
Using a power strip or UPS (uninteruptible power source)
Starting Windows
Logging on to Windows
Shutting down the PC
Resetting the PC
Leaving the computer on

Using Your PC
This course teaches users how to navigate within the Windows operating system and use the drives in a PC.

Navigating the desktop
Using the Windows taskbar
Using the Start menu
Exploring Windows
Using windows in Windows
Using menus and dialog boxes
Getting help from Windows
Describing a PC's disk drives
Locating a PC's disk drives
Accessing disk drive information
Using the CD-ROM/DVD drive
Using the floppy drive
Using the Zip drive

Working with Folders and Files
This course introduces users to the concepts of folders and files and explains how they are used within the Windows operating system

Using folders
Viewing folders
Creating folders
Deleting folders
Compressing folders
Using the Open dialog box
Using the Save As dialog box
Naming files
Selecting files
Moving files
Copying files
Creating shortcuts
Deleting and undeleting files
Finding files in Windows

Inside Your PC
This course explains the components within a PC and how they are used.

The motherboard and BIOS
The microprocessor
Connecting to the motherboard
Using the PC's clock
Jacks and ports
Using USB ports
Using FireWire and serial ports
Using other connections
Types of disk drives
The hard disk drive
CD-ROM and DVD drives
Other disk drives
Defining memory
Identifying your PC's memory
Adding memory to your PC

Basic Peripherals
This course describes the function and uses of typical peripherals that are used with PCs.

Monitors and graphics
Adjusting the monitor
Altering the display
Using two monitors
Troubleshooting monitors
Types of mice
Using a mouse
Adjusting a mouse
Using the keyboard
Troubleshooting the keyboard
Types of printers
Setting up a printer
Using a printer

Other Peripherals
This course and uses of other peripherals available for a PC including modems, sound cards, scanners, digital cameras, and external disk drives and explains how to install these peripherals.

Defining Modems
Types of Modems
Connecting a Modem to Your PC
Using a Modem
Sound on a PC
Using Sound in Windows
Using Other Sound Features
Scanners and Digital Cameras
Moving Images to a PC
Editing Images
Installing Peripherals
Identifying Popular Peripherals
Upgrading Your PC

Understanding Software
This course introduces users to typical software available for PCs and how to install and update the software.

Buying software for your PC
Installing software
Uninstalling software
Updating software
Software for the some
Entertainment software
Business software
Other software

Introducing the Internet
This course introduces users to the Internet and explains how to use a Web browser and e-mail.

Getting on the Internet
Configuring Windows for the Internet
Connecting to the Internet
Using Internet software
Using a Web browser
Visiting Web sites
Starting Outlook Express
Sending e-mail
Reading e-mail

Internet and E-mail Tips
This course provides users with detailed information on how to best use the Internet, Web browsers, and e-mail.

Searching the Web
Shopping online
Using bookmarks and history
Other tips for using the Internet
Personalizing your e-mail
Managing your e-mail
Using your address book
Other tips for using e-mail
Saving a Web page
Downloading programs and music
Working with e-mail attachments
Using FTP

Troubleshooting and Tips
This course provides users with information on how to protect data on their computer and overcome potential problems in addition to offering tips on how to maximize the efficiency of their PC.

Using the Emergency Boot Disk
Backing Up Your Files
Dealing with Viruses
Using System Restore
Checking Your PC for Trouble
Using Safe Mode
Checking for Device Conflicts
Restoring a Device Driver
Troubleshooting Startup Problems
Identifying Sources for Help
Identifying Ten Common Mistakes
Identifying Ten Smart Purchases
Top Ten Tips from a Guru

Certification:
Introduction to PCs

Audience:
This online training series is for anyone who wants an introduction to the use of a PC with Windows as the operating system.

Features:

Simulations teach learners to perform specific tasks in applications through guided, multi-step exercises.
Activities allow learners to apply course concepts in an interactive questioning environment.
Exercises allow learners to practice in the actual application being studied.
A Course Topics list contains active hyperlinks, permitting quick access to specific topics.
Find-A-Word allows learners to look up an unfamiliar term in the Glossary, on the Web, or in a dictionary. In addition, it lets them find other occurrences of the term in the same course.
Search text enables learners to rapidly search all text within a course to easily retrieve information required.
Courses challenge the learner with a variety of question formats, including multi-step simulations, true/false, multiple choice, and fill-in-the-blank.
A skill assessment generates a customized learning path based on the results of a pre-test.
A glossary provides a reference for definitions of unfamiliar terms.
Bookmarking tracks the learner's progress in a course.

Technical Requirements:

Internet connection
Browser: Internet Explorer, FireFox, Chrome, Safari, Opera or any standards compliant browser.
Authorware and Macromedia Flash player recommended but not required.
JavaScript must be enabled.

What You Get:

You will receive Unlimited Access to all of the Introduction to PCs training tutorials listed above. Your online training courses will be available from anywhere you have internet access.This e-learning series includes all of the online training tutorials listed and is provided in an interactive, self-paced format. Retake any or all of our computer training as often as you want. Our online tutorials allow you to learn anywhere, anytime from any computer with internet access. All courses allow for 1 year unlimited access (1 user), include a variety of features and qualify for Continuing Education Unit credit.

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Introduction to PCs Online Training Series

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