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Computer Basics

• Computer Basics The Computer Basics course covers the fundamentals of computing, explaining the components of a computer, operating system basics, and how to use a mouse and a keyboard. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress. Topics in this module: Computer Basics Welcome Course Information Module Introduction and Objectives Lesson 1 Introduction and Objectives Lesson 1 Topic 1 The Role of Computers Lesson 1 Topic 2 Parts of a Computer Lesson 1 Topic 3 Using a Computer Lesson 1 Topic 4 Overview of a Keyboard Lesson 1 Topic 5 Using a Mouse Lesson 1 Topic 6 Input Output and Storage Devices Lesson 1 Self Test Lesson 2 Introduction and Objectives Lesson 2 Topic 1 Introduction to Hardware Lesson 2 Topic 2 What is an Operating System Lesson 2 Topic 3 Overview of Programs and Data Lesson 2 Topic 4 Introduction to Networks Lesson 2 Topic 5 Using the Internet Lesson 2 Self Test Lesson 3 Introduction and Objectives Lesson 3 Topic 1 Types of Computers Lesson 3 Topic 2 The Role of Memory Lesson 3 Topic 3 Computer Performance Lesson 3 Topic 4 Productivity Programs Lesson 3 Topic 5 Communication Programs Lesson 3 Topic 6 Educational Programs Lesson 3 Self Test Lesson 4 Introduction and Objectives Lesson 4 Topic 1 Functions of an Operating System Lesson 4 Topic 2 Introduction to the Windows Vista GUI Lesson 4 Topic 3 Start Menu Options Lesson 4 Topic 4 Working with Windows-based Programs Lesson 4 Topic 5 Managing Files and Folders Lesson 4 Topic 6 Performing Basic File Operations Lesson 4 Self Test Lesson 5 Introduction and Objectives Lesson 5 Topic 1 Understanding the Widespread Reach of Computers Lesson 5 Topic 2 Overview of Career Opportunities Lesson 5 Self Test Module Summary

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