COMF - Computing Fundamentals Introduction
In this class, students will learn Computing Fundamentals, including uderstanding the
types of computers and operating systems available, identifying ports and peripheral devices, identifying and solving common problems, understanding types of software applications, understanding and using Windows XP, navigating in the Windows environment, creating and saving files in Word and Excel, and file management.
Introduction
Computer overview
identifying different types of computers, different types of microcomputers
flow of information in everyday computing
Identifying computer hardware components
identifying external components, identifying internal components
identifying input devices, identifying output devices
common computer ports
identifying and solving common problems
Purchasing a computer
understanding different types of computers, selecting the right computer
deciding between a desktop and a portable computer
identifying hardware considerations, warranties and return policies
Software
understanding the operating system
software application programs, identifying different types of software
installing software on a computer, starting an installed application
mainframe and mini computing operating systems and software
identifying software bugs
Getting started
elements of a window, basic mouse techniques
logging on to Windows XP, the Windows XP desktop
using the start menu, customizing the start menu, customizing the taskbar
moving and resizing a window, logging off of Windows XP
shutting down a Windows XP computer
Working with Windows XP applications
selecting commands in a Windows XP application
using Microsoft Word, using Microsoft Excel
running two or more applications simultaneously
Exploring your computer
Windows Explorer
examining components of your computer
Managing your files
common problems associated with working with files
creating a new folder, copying a file or folder
moving a file or folder, renaming a file or folder
deleting a file or folder, finding a file
formatting a diskette
Modifying system settings
the control panel, changing the system date and time
changing the screen display, changing mouse and keyboard settings
Using Windows XP accessories
using paint
using calculator
Creating and using shortcuts
placing a shortcut on the desktop
rearranging icons on the desktop
removing a shortcut from the desktop