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Computer Basics Tutorials

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   Course Description
This VTC Computer Basics training course has been developed for the absolute beginner and is based on Microsoft Windows XP. In this course, author Kim Dreyer explains in basic terms, the components of a computer, hardware and software and how they work. She then explains the Microsoft Windows XP operating system, as well as how to manage files and folders, navigate on the Internet, and use e-mail. She recommends further courses which will assist you in learning more about the computer and specific applications. To begin learning today, simply click the links below.

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Welcome
  Introduction (02:55)
The PC
  Introduction (02:19)
  Power On (00:57)
  Power Off (01:09)
  Shutdown/Restart (02:30)
The Console
  Introduction (00:59)
  Front of the Console (01:08)
  Back of the Console (01:38)
  Inside the Console (01:37)
  Memory (01:59)
The Monitor
  Introduction (01:13)
  Monitor Buttons (00:59)
  The Desktop (00:54)
  Monitor Settings (02:21)
The Mouse
  Introduction (02:04)
  Clicking the Mouse (01:59)
  Mouse Settings (01:30)
  Maintenance and Troubleshooting (01:07)
The Keyboard
  Introduction (01:25)
  The Typical Keyboard (01:24)
  Keys in Detail (02:43)
Floppy Drive
  Introduction (01:18)
  Accessing your 'A' Drive (01:18)
  Formatting a Floppy Disk (01:51)
CD-ROM Drive
  Introduction (02:07)
  More Information (02:11)
Printers
  Introduction (02:15)
  Connecting a Printer (01:11)
  Printing Data (01:23)
The Modem
  Introduction (00:46)
  Modem Speed and Types (02:02)
Computer Peripherals
  Introduction (00:55)
  How to Connect Peripherals (01:05)
Operating System
  Introduction (01:22)
  Getting Started (00:52)
  Interface and Toolbars (01:46)
  Windows Explorer (01:28)
  My Computer (01:14)
  The Control Panel (01:51)
  Accessories (01:51)
  Working in Windows (01:38)
  New/Open/Close Documents (02:32)
  Wrapping up Windows (00:43)
Files and Folder
  Introduction (02:25)
  Creating Folders (01:58)
  Renaming & Deleting Folders (01:23)
  Customizing Folders (01:21)
Internet - WWW
  Introduction (01:03)
  Connecting to the Internet (00:47)
  Internet Explorer (02:09)
  The Interface (02:48)
  Web Pages (01:32)
  Security and Privacy (01:17)
  Closing Internet Explorer (00:43)
  Finding Assistance (00:54)
E-Mail
  Introduction (00:55)
  Sending Messages (02:08)
  Receiving Mail (00:59)
  The Address Book (01:14)
  Attachments and Viruses (02:43)
Assistance
  Introduction (03:20)
Where to from Here
  Where to from Here (01:46)
Credits
  About this Author (00:56)