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Provided by: Serebra Learning Corporation Computer BasicsDesktop Computer Software |
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During the 1980a s PCs were used independently as stand-alone computers. However businesses soon felt the need to share the information stored on one computer with other computers within the organization. To make it possible for computers to share information computers were connected together to form computer networks. When a computer is connected to a network several users have access to the data shared on that computer. This increases the security problems that might hamper the working of a computer. Therefore it is essential to secure your computer and its data using various security measures
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Audience
Individuals who want a basic understanding of computing.
Prerequisites
None
Objective
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:
- describe a personal computer
- set up the hardware components of a personal computer
- describe different types of software used with personal computers
- describe basic networking concepts
- list methods of securing a computer and its data
- describe the Windows 98 operating system
- perform basic operations in a Windows application
- print a document from a Windows application
- identify the features of Windows Explorer
- perform file management operations using Windows Explorer
- create a document using Microsoft Word 2000
- edit and format text in a Word document
- manage a Word document
- manage an Excel workbook
- manage data in an Excel worksheet
- identify the features of database management software
- identify the features of graphics software
- identify the features of presentation software
Topics Include
Introduction to Computer Basics
- Computer Fundamentals
- Networking and Computer Management
Introduction to Windows Basics
- Introduction to Windows
- The Windows Explorer
Basic Application Software
- Spreadsheet Software
- Other Application Software
The Internet and the Word Wide Web
- Internet Basics
- Electronic Mail
Duration
6 hrs
Minimum Requirements
Netscape or Internet Explorer (versions 4.0 or higher). Browsers should be capable of accepting cookies; SVGA Hi-color mode 800x600 resolution display. Macromedia Shockwave 6.02 or higher.
Media
Web Based Training
Serebra Learning Corporation 119 - 7565 132nd Street Surrey BC V3W 1K5 Canada
