Computer Basics

Introduction

• 1

  Getting to Know Computers

  

  • What is a computer?

  • What are the different types of computers?

  • PCs and Macs

  • Challenge!

  

  • What is a Computer?

    Learn about the various types of computers and what they are used for.

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  Understanding Operating Systems

  

  • What is an operating system?

  • Types of operating systems

  • Microsoft Windows

  • Apple Mac OS X

  • Linux

  • Operating systems for mobile devices

  • Challenge!

  

  • Understanding Operating Systems

    Find out what an operating system is and why every computer has one.

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• 3

  Understanding Applications

  

  • What is an application?

  • Installing desktop applications

  • Mobile apps

  • Challenge!

  

  • Understanding Applications

    Learn how applications let you do almost anything with your computer or device.

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• 4

  Web Apps and the Cloud

  

  • What is the cloud?

  • Why use the cloud?

  • What is a web app?

  • How do web apps work?

  • Challenge!

  

  • What is the Cloud?

    Learn what the cloud is and how you can benefit from using it.

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All About the Desktop Computer

• 5

  Basic Parts of a Desktop Computer

  

  • Introduction

  • Challenge!

  

  • Basic Parts of the Desktop Computer

    Learn about the computer case, monitor, keyboard and mouse.

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  Buttons, Sockets and Slots on a Desktop Computer

  

  • Introduction

  • Back of computer case

  • Other types of ports

  • Peripherals you can use with your computer

  • Challenge!

  

  • Buttons & Ports on a Desktop Computer

    Explore the buttons and ports on the front and back of a desktop computer.

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• 7

  Inside a Desktop Computer

  

  • Inside a desktop computer

  • Expansion cards

  • Challenge!

  

  • Inside a Desktop Computer

    Take a look inside a computer and learn about the main components.

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Laptop Computers and Mobile Devices

• 8

  Laptop Computers and Netbooks

  

  • What is a laptop computer?

  • What is a netbook?

  • Challenge!

  

  • Getting to Know Laptop Computers

    Learn about some of the important ways that laptops are different from desktop computers.

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• 9

  Getting to Know Mobile Devices

  

  • What is a mobile device?

  • E-book readers

  • Smartphones

  • Challenge!

Getting Started

• 10

  Setting Up a Computer

  

  • Setting up a computer

  • Challenge!

  

  • Setting Up a Desktop Computer

    Set up a desktop computer with this step-by-step guide.

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  Beginning to Use Your Computer

  

  • Starting up a new computer

  • Migrating your files and settings

  • Installing peripherals

  • Challenge!

• 12

  Getting to Know the OS

  

  • Getting to know your computer's OS

  • Shutting down your computer

  • Your computer's file system

  • Opening applications

  • Adjusting your computer's settings

  • Challenge!

  

  • Getting Started with Windows

    Learn about the main parts of the Windows desktop.

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  Connecting to the Internet

  

  • How do I connect to the Internet?

  • Hardware needed

  • Web browsers

  • Setting Up your Internet connection

  • Home networking

  • Setting up a home network

  • Challenge!

  

  • Connecting to the Internet

    Learn how to connect your computer to the internet and set up a wireless home network.

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Doing More with Computers

• 14

  Computer Safety and Maintenance

  

  • How do I keep my computer healthy?

  • Cleaning the monitor

  • Tips for cleaning other computer surfaces

  • Protecting your computer

  • Backing up your computer

  • Other maintenance techniques

  • Creating a safe workspace

  • Challenge!

  

  • Creating a Safe Workspace

    Arrange your computer workspace to avoid strain and injuries.

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  • Protecting Your Computer

    Learn how to protect your computer from viruses and back up your files.

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  • Cleaning Your Computer

    Learn the best way to clean various parts of your computer.

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  Basic Troubleshooting Techniques

  

  • Basic troubleshooting techniques

  • Simple solutions to common problems

  • Problems starting or shutting down the computer

  • Problems with the monitor and speakers

  • Solving more difficult problems

  • Challenge!

Extras

• How to Choose an Internet Service Provider

• Quiz

Learn More

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• OS X Basics

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