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Learn Vista & PC Basics Part I

Learn Vista & PC Basics is an interactive e-learning tool for users of PCs and Microsoft Windows Vista. Our products combine audio, animation, and software simulation to make learning computer programs both effective and entertaining. Our products are also designed to help you learn at your own pace, allowing you to repeat topics or jump to anywhere in the course.

The following topics are covered in this course:

Introduction To Computers
  • The Personal Computer:Understand Computers, History Of The PC, Advancements, The First PCs, The PC Today.
  • Types Of Computers:Desktops, Laptops & Notebooks, Mobile Devices.
Hardware
  • Components You Can See:Hardware, Monitor, System Unit, Keyboard, Pointing Devices.
  • The System:What Is A System? System Case, Power Supply, Motherboard, CPU, Video Output, Sound, Connections.
  • The CPU:Central Processor, Processor Speed.
  • Memory:Memory, RAM, ROM.
  • Storage Devices:Storage, Hard Disk Drive, Flash Memory, CDs, DVDs.
  • Peripheral Devices:Ports, Bluetooth, Printers, Speakers & Headphones, Fax/Modem, Scanner, Network Interface Cards.
Operating Systems
  • An Operating System:What Is An Operating System? Windows Vista, Your Operating System.
  • The Windows Vista Desktop:Desktop Icons, The Taskbar, The Start Button, The Quick Launch Bar, The Task Area, The Notification Area.
  • Log On And Off:Log On To Windows Vista, Log Off Options.
  • Device Drivers:Devices, Device Drivers, Plug & Play.
Work With Applications
  • What Is An Application?:Types Of Applications, What Is A Software Suite? Work With Windows, Work With Words, Work With Numbers, Manage Data, Create Presentations, Communicate Via E-Mail, Manage Your Contacts, Tasks & Schedule.
  • Install An Application:AutoPlay, Installing A Downloaded Application.
  • Run An Application:How To Run An Application.
Networks
  • Network Basics: What Is A Network? How A LAN Works, Intranets, Extranets, & The Internet.
  • Network Security:What Is Network Security? Firewalls.


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