Computer Basics
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Don’t be afraid!
Computer waits for you! Microsoft Windows XP –
Operating system allows us to use the computer
What will we work on together today?Computer Hardware and SoftwareWhat is the desktop?Parts of the Window
Computer Hardware
External:MonitorPrinter
Internal:Memory [RAM temp]
Microprocessor chip
Internal
Hard drive [C drive]
Floppy disk drive [A drive]
CD drive [D drive]
Flash or Jump drive [E, F drive] “Removable disk” or Brand Name
Turn the computer on!
Press power button‘Desktop’ loaded with software, icons
Start button- Programs you haveTASK BAR on bottomStart, click once, All Programs
Software-- Microsoft Word
Minimize, Maximize, Close X
SAVE, SAVE, SAVE!Type Your Name
1.File, Save As
2.Where? Save in
3.File Name?
Files are..{Word, Excel}
Store in Folders
Find and print a file –
CompBasics folderon Desktop
Intro to Word Mon 10 AM Or Practice Word/Internet
Internet Explorer (A browser)
Click Blue E, press enter
IE7 The Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 toolbar, address and tabs.
Back. Lets you return to pages you've viewed, beginning with the most recent.
Once a month classes: Practice Word/Internet- Mon 10 AM
Internet Basics –Tues 6:30 PM
You should know…
Triangle or arrow-- more options
Glossary of Terms- (handout)Clicking, Browser, Link, URL
Practice at home or at the library. www.mcl.org
Weblinks- Computer tutorials
Practice – It can be fun!Fun Websites!:www.aarp.com/fun
Puzzles, games, books
http://local.yahoo.com
www.hallmark.com Free e-cards!
http://maps.google.com/ Maps or driving directions!
Evaluation formHandouts
Thank you for your time!