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Windows 11 Essential Training

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Learn everything you need to know about the latest features of Windows 11, the widely used desktop operating system from Microsoft.

Syllabus

Introduction
  • Learn Windows 11
  • Using the exercise files
  • Windows 11 S and other editions
  • New features in Windows 11 in 2024
1. Getting Started with Windows 11
  • Understanding the login account
  • Set up a new Windows computer
  • Sign in, shut down, sleep, and restart
  • Interface with the taskbar and windows
  • Adjust system settings
  • Connect wired and Bluetooth wireless accessories
  • Mouse and trackpad options
  • Use the Quick Settings panel
  • Connect to the internet
  • Use keyboard shortcuts
  • Update Windows 11
2. Launch and Use Applications
  • Launch applications from the Start menu or taskbar
  • Quit applications
  • Customize the Start menu and taskbar
  • Multitask to switch between applications
  • Manage multiple workspaces
  • Use widgets
3. File Explorer: The Windows Filing Cabinet
  • Browse through folders on your storage drive
  • Essential folder structure, including the user folder
  • Understand OneDrive and folder organization
  • Use shortcuts to essential folders
  • Use tabs in File Explorer
  • Customize the File Explorer interface
  • Create and rename folders
  • Move and copy files
  • Delete files and folders
  • Zip and unzip archive files
  • Save files within an application
  • Use an external drive or memory stick
4. Work with the Desktop
  • Organize items on the desktop
  • Change the wallpaper and other visuals
5. Work with Bundled Applications
  • Use bundled applications
  • Use the bundled Microsoft 365 app
  • Browse the web with Edge
  • Clear your web browsing history
  • Organize and edit photos
6. Work with Mail, Address Book, and Calendars
  • Link email accounts to Outlook
  • Work with Outlook for Mail, Calendar, and Contacts
7. Install and Manage Applications
  • Set app privacy and permissions
  • Install applications from the Microsoft App Store
  • Install applications from the web or install disk
  • Uninstall applications
  • Set up a printer
8. Manage Notifications
  • Manage notifications
  • Use Do Not Disturb and Focus Sessions
9. Use AI and Search Tools
  • Use Windows Search
  • Access Copilot in Windows
  • Use the Copilot AI assistant in Windows
  • Make complex requests in Copilot
10. Account Settings
  • Manage multiple user accounts
  • Change passwords and sign-in options
11. Accessibility Features in Windows
  • Overview of accessibility features
  • Use live captions
12. Share Data Between Devices
  • Link a phone to Windows
  • Use nearby sharing between computers
13. Backup
  • Set up a backup
Conclusion
  • Continue learning other applications for Windows

Taught by

Walt Ritscher

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