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Windows Basics

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Whether you're new to Windows or just want to brush up on the basics, this tutorial will cover the most important things you'll need to know. We'll show you how to create folders, work with files, adjust settings, and much more.

Using Windows

  • 1

    All About Windows

  • 2

    Navigating Windows

    lesson contents
    • Getting started with Windows

    • Working with applications

    • Shutting down your computer

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    • Getting Started with the Desktop

      Learn about the main parts of the Windows interface, including the taskbar and Start button.

      02:12873 views
  • 3

    Working with Files

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    • File basics

    • Moving and deleting files

    • Selecting multiple files

    • Shortcuts

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    • Working with Files and Folders

      Learn the basics of working with files, including how to open files, how to move files into folders, how to delete files and more.

      02:33614 views
  • 4

    Finding Files on Your Computer

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    • Finding Files on Your Computer

      Learn some different techniques that you can use to find your files.

      03:21831 views
  • 5

    Common Computer Tasks

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    • Introduction

    • Cut, copy, and paste

    • Undoing changes

  • 6

    Adjusting Your Settings

  • 7

    Understanding User Accounts

  • 8

    Keyboard Shortcuts in Windows

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    • Keyboard Shortcuts

      03:0313,939 views

Extras

  • Opening Files with Different Applications

  • Working with Flash Drives

  • Troubleshooting Basic Problems

  • More Resources

Using Windows

  • Getting Started with the Desktop

    02:12873 views

    Learn about the main parts of the Windows interface, including the taskbar and Start button.

  • Working with Files and Folders

    02:33614 views

    Learn the basics of working with files, including how to open files, how to move files into folders, how to delete files and more.

  • Finding Files on Your Computer

    03:21831 views

    Learn some different techniques that you can use to find your files.

  • Keyboard Shortcuts

    03:0313,939 views

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