Working with Windows (XP) CMP942
Can't find a file you saved last week? If you know your way around the keyboard and can launch a software program, but want more depth to your computer knowledge, this course is for you. You will develop expertise in file management, create folders and subfolders with Windows Explorer, find and copy files, create and edit documents and more.
Prerequisites: Computer Basics and Introduction to Keyboarding or keyboarding skills.
Classroom Hours:8
Textbook: May be purchased at the Montgomery College bookstore, please bring it to the first class.
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Course Objectives:
- You will create a document by using WordPad
- You will organize the contents of your hard drive by using Windows Explorer
- You will communicate instantly with others by using Windows Messenger
- You will create an efficient work environment by using the Control Panel and Accessibility programs
- You will perform a variety of media tasks by using the Help and Support Center and Media Player
- You will clean up your system by tuning My Computer and the Recycle Bin
- You will find information on the Internet by using Internet Explorer
Course Content:
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Lesson 1: Creating a Document in Windows
- Launch a Program
- Create a Document
- Save a Document
- Preview and Print a Document
- Cut, Copy, and Paste Information
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Lesson 2: Organizing Files
- Find Files
- Create Folders
- Move Files
- Create Shortcuts
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Lesson 3: Working with Windows Messenger
- Create a Microsoft Passport Account
- Add Contacts
- Send and Receive Instant Messages
- Change Windows Messenger Options
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Lesson 4: Creating an Efficient Work Environment
- Change Mouse Properties
- Change a Volume Property
- Change the Display Properties
- Switch Users
- Work with Accessibility Programs
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Lesson 5: Researching and Using Windows Media Player
- Use Help and Support
- Create Your Favorites
- Play a Video
- Apply a Skin
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Lesson 6: Cleaning Up Your System
- Check System Capacity
- Analyze Your Hard Drive
- Delete Your Files and Folders
- Empty the Recycle Bin
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Lesson 7: Finding Information on the Internet
- Browse the Internet
- Move to Specific Internet Sites
- Use Favorites to Return to Internet Sites
- Shut Down Windows