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Introduction to Personal Computers Using Microsoft Windows 8.1

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    Course Specifications

    Course Number:

    091129

    Course Length:

    1 day

    Course Description

    Overview:

    Welcome to Introduction to Personal Computers Using Microsoft® Windows® 8.1. Whether you’re new to computers or have used them in the past, this class will help you become more comfortable using a personal computer (PC) and, more specifically, the Windows 8.1 interface. This course will help you to define what a PC is, and familiarize you with the Windows 8.1 user interface and its basic capabilities. In this course, you will explore Windows 8.1 and learn how to create documents, send email, browse the Internet, and share information between applications and with other users.

    Course Objectives:

    Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to perform basic work-related tasks on a PC running the Windows 8.1 operating system.

    You will:

    • Get to know PCs and the Windows 8.1 user interface.
    • Use Windows Store apps and navigation features.
    • Work with Desktop applications.
    • Use Internet Explorer 11.
    • Customize the Windows 8.1 environment.
    • Use Windows 8.1 security features.

    Target Student:

    This course is designed for any end user, especially an individual new to computing, who needs to use the features and functionality of the Windows 8.1 operating system for personal and/or professional reasons.

    Prerequisites:

    This course is intended for new computer users who want to use the basic tools and features of Windows 8.1. No particular prerequisite skills are required, but any previous exposure to personal computers and the Internet is helpful.

    Course-specific Technical Requirements

    Hardware

    For this course, you will need one computer for each student and one for the instructor. Each computer will need the following minimum hardware configurations:

    • 1 GHz or faster 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor
    • 1 gigabyte (GB) RAM (32-bit) or 2 GB RAM (64-bit)
    • 16 GB available hard disk space (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit)
    • CD-ROM drive
    • Keyboard and mouse (or other pointing device)
    • 1024 × 768 resolution monitor recommended
    • Network cards and cabling for local network access
    • Internet access (contact your local network administrator)
    • Printer (optional) or an installed printer driver
    • Projection system to display the instructor’s computer screen

    Software

    • Microsoft Windows 8.1

    Course Content

    Lesson 1: Getting to Know PCs and the Windows 8.1 User Interface

    Topic A: Identify Components of a Personal Computer

    Topic B: Sign In to Windows 8.1

    Topic C: Navigate the Start Screen

    Lesson 2: Using Windows Store Apps and Navigation Features

    Topic A: Access and Identify the Charms

    Topic B: Windows Store Apps and Common Navigation Features

    Topic C: Multitask with Apps

    Lesson 3: Working with Desktop Applications

    Topic A: Navigate the Desktop

    Topic B: Manage Files and Folders with File Explorer

    Topic C: Elements of a Desktop Window

    Topic D: Create and Modify Files with Desktop Applications

    Lesson 4: Using Internet Explorer 11

    Topic A: Navigate Internet Explorer 11

    Topic B: Browse the Web

    Topic C: Use Internet Explorer 11 on the Desktop

    Lesson 5: Customizing the Windows 8.1 Environment

    Topic A: Customize the Start Screen

    Topic B: Customize the Desktop

    Lesson 6: Using Windows 8.1 Security Features

    Topic A: Set Privacy Levels and Passwords

    Topic B: Use Windows Defender

    Topic C: Store and Share Files with SkyDrive

    Appendix A: Other Windows 8.1 Features

    Appendix B: Help+Tips App

    Appendix C: Windows 8.1 Navigation Summary

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