Computer Literacy for Windows 10

Introduction

• Get up to speed with your Windows computer

1. Getting to Know Computers

• What is a computer?
• What is inside a computer?
• Laptop, desktop, or tablet
• Special considerations when using a laptop

2. Getting Started

• Understanding the operating system
• Understanding files and folders
• Understanding your Home (user) folder
• How to use your desktop
• How to delete files
• Understand the right-click

3. Software and Applications

• Understanding applications
• How to open and save files
• How to learn any application
• Five things that work in all applications

4. Computer Peripherals

• Understand computer ports
• Portable storage devices
• Pairing with Bluetooth devices

5. Networks and Getting Online

• Understand networks and internet access
• Connect to wired networks
• Connect to Wi-Fi (wireless) networks
• How to work in a networked environment
• Stay protected from viruses

6. Email

• Understand email servers and clients
• How to set up your email application (client)
• Receiving and reading email
• How to compose new email messages
• Reply vs. Reply All
• Dealing with spam

7. Web Browsing and Searching

• Understand search engine basics
• How to conduct basic searches
• How to conduct advanced searches

Conclusion

• Continue expanding your computer knowledge