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=== Welcome to '''Windows 101'''! === | === Welcome to '''Windows 101'''! === | ||
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This series is designed to help you get comfortable using a Windows computer from the ground up. Whether you’ve never touched a computer before or just need a refresher, you’re in the right place. | This series is designed to help you get comfortable using a Windows computer from the ground up. Whether you’ve never touched a computer before or just need a refresher, you’re in the right place. | ||
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<span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - The Interface|Lesson | <span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - Introduction|Lesson 1 - Introduction]]</span> | ||
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''Covers the core concepts needed before starting this course.'' | |||
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<span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - The Interface|Lesson 2 - The Interface]]</span> | |||
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''Covers the basic components such as the Desktop, Taskbar, Start Menu, and System Tray.'' | ''Covers the basic components such as the Desktop, Taskbar, Start Menu, and System Tray.'' | ||
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<span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - The Desktop|Lesson | <span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - The Desktop|Lesson 3 - The Desktop]]</span> | ||
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''Covers basics of the desktop such as opening programs, icons and moving icons.'' | ''Covers basics of the desktop such as opening programs, icons and moving icons.'' | ||
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<span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - The Taskbar|Lesson | <span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - The Taskbar|Lesson 4 - The Taskbar]]</span> | ||
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''Covers basics of the Taskbar.'' | ''Covers basics of the Taskbar.'' | ||
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<span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - Managing Windows|Lesson | <span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - Managing Windows|Lesson 5 - Managing Windows]]</span> | ||
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''How to minimize, maximize, move and resize windows to efficiently manage workspace.'' | ''How to minimize, maximize, move and resize windows to efficiently manage workspace.'' | ||
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<span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - | <span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - The Start Menu|Lesson 6 - The Start Menu]]</span> | ||
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''A detailed guide on how to navigate the Start Menu, including how to find apps, settings, and files.'' | ''A detailed guide on how to navigate the Start Menu, including how to find apps, settings, and files.'' | ||
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<span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - | <span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - Context Menus|Lesson 7 - Context Menus]]</span> | ||
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'' | ''A detailed guide on how to right-click menus.'' | ||
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<span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - | <span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - The File System|Lesson 8 - The File System]]</span> | ||
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'' | ''Understanding how files and folders are structured on a Windows computer.'' | ||
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<span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - | <span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - File Management|Lesson 9 - File Management]]</span> | ||
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'' | ''Introduction to using File Explorer, organizing files and folders, and basic file operations like copy, cut, and paste.'' | ||
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<span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - | <span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - Copy, Paste, and Screenshots|Lesson 10 - Copy, Paste, and Screenshots]]</span> | ||
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'' | ''Simple methods for taking screenshots on Windows 10 using the Snipping Tool.'' | ||
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<span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - | <span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - Internet Basics|Lesson 11 - Internet Basics]]</span> | ||
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'' | ''Fundamental concepts of the Internet, including what it is, how it works, and basic terminology.'' | ||
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<span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - | <span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - Google Chrome|Lesson 12 - Google Chrome]]</span> | ||
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'' | ''How to effectively use Google Chrome for browsing, including tips on tabs, bookmarks, and settings.'' | ||
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<span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - | <span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - Security|Lesson 13 - Security]]</span> | ||
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'' | ''Fundamental tips for keeping your computer and information safe, including recognizing phishing attempts, using strong passwords, and keeping software updated.'' | ||
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<span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - | <span style="font-size: larger; font-weight: bold;">[[Windows 101 - Fixing Basic Issues|Lesson 14 - Fixing Basic Issues]]</span> | ||
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'' | ''How to fix the most common basic issues like slow network, slow computer and crashing programs.'' | ||
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Latest revision as of 17:04, 15 October 2024
Welcome to Windows 101!
This series is designed to help you get comfortable using a Windows computer from the ground up. Whether you’ve never touched a computer before or just need a refresher, you’re in the right place.
This series focuses only on the tools and tasks you’ll need for your job, keeping things simple and relevant. Each lesson is short and to the point, so you can quickly learn what you need without feeling overwhelmed.
We’ll start with the basics, introducing you to the main components of the Windows interface, and gradually move into more practical topics like file management, security, and essential tools for your daily work. Every section is designed to be easy to follow, with helpful pictures and animations to guide you along the way. If a picture looks small, just click on it to see a larger version.
By the end of this series, you'll feel confident navigating and using your Windows computer to stay productive and efficient at work.
Lesson 1 - Introduction
Covers the core concepts needed before starting this course.
Lesson 2 - The Interface
Covers the basic components such as the Desktop, Taskbar, Start Menu, and System Tray.
Lesson 3 - The Desktop
Covers basics of the desktop such as opening programs, icons and moving icons.
Lesson 4 - The Taskbar
Covers basics of the Taskbar.
Lesson 5 - Managing Windows
How to minimize, maximize, move and resize windows to efficiently manage workspace.
Lesson 6 - The Start Menu
A detailed guide on how to navigate the Start Menu, including how to find apps, settings, and files.
Lesson 7 - Context Menus
A detailed guide on how to right-click menus.
Lesson 8 - The File System
Understanding how files and folders are structured on a Windows computer.
Lesson 9 - File Management
Introduction to using File Explorer, organizing files and folders, and basic file operations like copy, cut, and paste.
Lesson 10 - Copy, Paste, and Screenshots
Simple methods for taking screenshots on Windows 10 using the Snipping Tool.
Lesson 11 - Internet Basics
Fundamental concepts of the Internet, including what it is, how it works, and basic terminology.
Lesson 12 - Google Chrome
How to effectively use Google Chrome for browsing, including tips on tabs, bookmarks, and settings.
Lesson 13 - Security
Fundamental tips for keeping your computer and information safe, including recognizing phishing attempts, using strong passwords, and keeping software updated.
Lesson 14 - Fixing Basic Issues
How to fix the most common basic issues like slow network, slow computer and crashing programs.