| Introduction to PCs- Introducing the PC |
- Explain what a PC is
- Identify components of a PC
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- Describe types of PCs
- Start and shut down a PC
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| Introduction to PCs- Using Your PC |
- Navigate the desktop
- Use the Windows taskbar and Start menu
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- Use windows, menus and dialog boxes
- Use a PC's disk drives
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| Introduction to PCs- Working with Folders and Files |
- Create, use and delete folders
- Create, open, name and save files
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- Find, move, copy and delete files
- Create shortcuts to files
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| Introduction to PCs- Inside Your PC |
- Identify the motherboard, BIOS and microprocessor
- Explain the use of jacks, ports and other connections
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- Recognize types of disk drives
- Define, idenify and add memory
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| Introduction to PCs- Basic Peripherals |
- Adjust and operate a monitor
- Use a mouse
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- Operate a keyboard
- Configure and use a printer
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| Introduction to PCs- Other Peripherals |
- Connect and use a modem
- Utilize sound on a PC
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- Create and edit images
- Identify and install peripherals
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| Introduction to PCs- Understanding Software |
- Install software
- Uninstall software
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- Update software
- Describe common types of software
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| Introduction to PCs- Introducing the Internet |
- Configure Windows for the Internet
- Connect to the Internet
- Disconnect from the Internet
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- Use a Web browser
- Send and read e-mail
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| Introduction to PCs- Internet and E-mail Tips |
- Use Internet search engines
- Set bookmarks on Web pages
- Personalize e-mail messages
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- Use the Outlook Express Address Book
- Download programs and music from the Internet
- Send and receive e-mail attachments
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| Introduction to PCs- Troubleshooting and Tips |
- Back up files
- Use System Restore and Safe Mode
- Handle viruses and other issues
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- Troubleshoot common problems
- Identify common mistakes and helpful tips
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