| Price per person: | $99 |
| Length of class: | three hours |
| Version covered: | 11 |
| Delivery format: | live over Zoom |
In this three-hour session, you will gain the skills essential to using a Windows-based computer effectively, including working the mouse and keyboard, using the Start menu, working with windows, creating and saving documents, creating new folders and the basics of using software programs and browsing the Web.
This class is designed for new computer users or those new to a Windows-based computer. No prior computer experience is necessary.
Exploring the Computer
- hardware; a look at the parts and ports
- memory vs. storage
- starting up the computer
Using the Mouse
- point, click and drag
- double-click
- right-click
Exploring the Desktop
- the Desktop icons
- Start menu and Taskbar
Using a Window
- opening and closing windows
- moving and resizing windows
- minimize, maximize and restore
- switching between open windows
- changing views
Working with Files and Folders
- navigating local and network storage locations
- creating new folders
- renaming, moving and copying files
- sending to and restoring from the Recycle Bin
Using Programs
- launching and exiting programs
- creating and saving documents
- opening and printing documents
- basic text editing techniques
- typing and editing text
- selecting text
- cut and paste
- undo
Searching for Files
Customizing Your PC
- background image
- set date and time
- adjust volume and other settings