Course What you’ll learn

1. Windows Vista Basics What is Windows Vista?; how to start Windows Vista; introduction to the
desktop; working with explorer windows; working with program windows;
resizing and moving windows; working with dialog boxes; getting help; how to
shut down your computer
2. Using the Desktop Working with the Start Menu; how to customize the Start Menu; creating
Shortcuts; using the taskbar; managing multiple windows; how to customize
the taskbar; working with the sidebar and gadgets; how to switch users.
3. Working with Files Introduction to Files and Folders; viewing folders; opening folders and files;
and Folders exploring the computer's contents; searching for files and folders; creating and
renaming folders; moving, copying, and deleting files; using the recycle bin.
4. Personalizing Personalizing the desktop; modifying the color scheme; changing the monitor
Windows Vista resolution; selecting a screen saver; modifying folder options; how to
customize startup folder; adding and changing user accounts.
5. Managing your Managing peripheral hardware; performing disk maintenance; working with
Computer programs; backing up and restoring files; troubleshooting problems; obtaining
system information; getting remote assistance.
6. Exploring Print and Adding a printer; working with the print queue; installing fonts; introduction of
Media Features windows media programs; burning files to CD and DVD.
7. Working with the Setting up an internet connection; introduction to internet explorer;
Internet and E-mail introduction to windows mail; working with windows contacts.
8. Maintaining Introduction to windows vista security; working with the security center;
Computer Security managing firewall settings; using windows defender; setting internet security
options; using parental controls; how to update windows vista.
9. Interacting with Other How to transfer computer settings; viewing your network; sharing files using
Computers the public folder; using windows meeting space.
COURSE OUTLINE
Operating System: Windows Vista

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