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Skills
you need:
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Use
the mouse |
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Interpret
the desktop |
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Locate
and use the menu bar |
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Create,
name and rename folders |
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Get
info (MAC) or find out about Properties (WIN) |
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Locating
and using Apple Help or Windows Help |
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Opening
software applications |
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Opening
files |
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Naming
files |
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Copying
and moving files to folders |
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Saving
files to zips/floppies |
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Using
the MAC application window to hide/show applications or switch
between applications |
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Drag/size/resize
windows |
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Using
scroll bars, minimize/maximize |
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Starting/restarting
computer |
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Quitting
an application |
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Shutting
down the computer properly |
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Get
those skills here:
Basic
Computer Operating Skills
Excellent
website (Cat Online) from Western Carolina University with basic
information on getting started with computers. covers most of
the skills we need for this class. Some of the information is
dated, but the process remains the same |
Try
CliffsNotes!!
Yes, for $8.99 charged to your credit card, CliffsNotes
will download approximately 100 pages worth of guide to using
the Mac or the PC. The titles you would request are Using
your first iMac and Using your first PC. Of course,
you can also buy the books at Office Depot! |
Use
the Operating System Help Feature
Locate
and access the help feature on your computer! We will do this
in class to be sure everyone knows where this valuable and helpful
resource is found! |
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