COMPUTER INTRODUCTION

This course will "de-mystify" the world of computers and provide you with basic PC skills.

For the absolute beginner

Topics:

Ø cables, cords and plugs

Ø Hardware or Software?

Ø Memory, Capacity - RAM and ROM

Ø Printer, Modem, Mouse and Keyboard

· Windows - the Operating System

· Disk Management

Ø Backup and Storage

Ø File and Folder Management

Ø Basic Manipulation of Windows Explorer

Ø Saving and Retrieving from your Hard Drive

Ø Utilization of Floppy Disks and CD’s.

Ø Multimedia – CD Music and Pictures

Ø Viruses

· Common Problems - Do’s and Don’ts

Method:

Hands on computer use. Individual computer for each participant.

Duration:

3 hours

Price:

$225.00(Inc GST) (One daytime session or one evening session of 3 hours)

Course details including dates, times and prices are subject to change without notice

The Windows XP course provides you with all the basic functions and features you need.

Basic PC knowledge required

Topics:

Ø What’s on the Windows XP Screen?

Ø The Desktop

Ø Starting and Quitting a Program

Ø Getting Help

Ø Menus, Icons and Shortcuts

Ø Shutting Down Your Computer

· Beyond the Basics

Ø Accessories - Calculator, Paint and WordPad

Ø Control Panel - Customising Windows XP

Ø Explorer - Organizing Your Files and Folders

Ø File and Folder Properties

Ø Switching, ScanDisk and Defrag

· Having Some Fun

Ø Pictures, Sounds and Games

Method:

Group instruction and exercises. Hands on computer use. Individual computer for each participant.

Duration:

3 hours (One daytime session or one evening session of 3 hours)

Price:

$225 (GST INCLUSIVE)

Course details including dates, times and prices are subject to change without notice

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