Working with Windows 7 ITI-040
In this course you will explore Windows 7 interface, identify the different components in the interface, customize the Windows 7 desktop, manage files and folders, use common tools and programs available in Windows 7 and browse the Internet.
Prerequisites: Computer Basics and Introduction to Keyboarding or keyboarding skills.
Classroom Hours:8
Textbook: Please bring your textbook to the first class session. See MC Bookstores for more information on your textbook.
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Course Objectives:
- log on to Windows 7, explore its interface, and identify the different components present in the interface
- customize the Windows 7 desktop
- manage files and folders
- use the common tools and programs available in Windows 7
- browse the Internet
Course Content:
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Lesson 1: Exploring Windows 7
- Identify Personal Computer Functionality
- Log on to Windows 7
- Explore the Desktop
- Work with Windows
- Access the Help and Support Feature
- Turn off the personal computer
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Lesson 2: Customizing the Windows 7 Desktop
- Customize the Start Menu
- Customize the Taskbar
- Personalize the Desktop
- Add Gadgets to the Desktop
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Lesson 3: Managing Folders and Files
- Navigate to Folders Using Windows Explorer
- Work with Folders and Files
- Secure Folders and Files
- Organize Folders and Files
- Search for Folders and Files
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Lesson 4: Using Common Tools and Programs in Windows 7
- Create a Document in WordPad
- Work with the Calculator
- Capture Screens Using the Snipping Tool
- Customize a Graphic wit the Paint Tool
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Lesson 5: Browsing the Internet
- Get Familiar with the Internet
- Browse Web sites Using Internet Explorer 8
- Download and Install a Gadget