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Computers for Absolute
Beginners (8 sessions)
This course is for those who are new to computers. It explains the parts
that make up the computer; what Windows are all about; and an introduction to
some popular software packages. The Mystery of Computers is explained away. Some
lectures, some hands-on experience, some practical demonstrations. A delight for
the new user of computers - no fear!
No computer knowledge, what so ever is required!! A Very Patient Teacher
on this course !
Training Plan
| 1 |
What is a computer, how does it work,
illustrated with simple theory and an old PC which will be disassembled.
What is a mouse, floppy disk, hard disk, processor, motherboard, memory,
audio card, video card, printer, scanner, & other devices. Laptop, Network,
Modem ? USB Port & Digital Cameras etc. |
| 2 |
Booting a computer, Operating System, DOS,
Windows 3.0, 3.1, 3.11 & 95/98 & NT. Microsoft, etc. Windows 2000. MS
Windows XP. What are the icons (what are icons) on the desk top, what do
they mean and what do they do?
I've Started the PC - how do I stop it!
How do I start using it?
How to use the mouse and keyboard and some practice. |
| 3 |
Calculator; Paint Brush (Draw and Colour); and Screen Properties. |
| 4 |
Windows Explorer (Open, Save, etc). |
| 5 |
Word Pad (Type and Print) |
| 6 |
Word Introduction - Highlighting, Bold,
Italics, Underline, Font Size, Font Style, Coloured Text, etc. |
| 7 |
Word Introduction - continued ... |
| 8 |
Software - good and bad, cheap and nasty. Some
ideas on how not to mess up your computer for minimum hassle. Data Backups
and their importance. Computer Virus, Network, etal. |
It is intended to cover most of the above topics. as time
allows.
Session numbers and order are subject to change and can be
customised at your request.
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