Windows 101 - Introduction
Windows 101: Introduction
Welcome to Lesson 1: Introduction of Windows 101! In this lesson, we’ll cover some essential concepts that will help you understand the rest of the course. You’ll learn what an operating system is, what Windows 10 does for you, and some basic mouse actions you’ll use throughout the other lessons.
What is an Operating System?
An Operating System (OS) is the software that manages everything on your computer. It controls how the computer’s hardware works together and provides you with an interface to interact with your programs and files. In other words, the OS is what makes your computer usable.
For this course, we’ll be working with Windows 10, which is a popular operating system used by many businesses and individuals. Windows 10 helps you open programs, manage files, connect to the internet, and much more.
Mouse Basics
Throughout the course, you’ll be using your mouse to interact with Windows 10. Here’s a breakdown of the basic mouse actions you’ll need to know:
- Single Click: A single click means pressing the left mouse button once. This is the most common action you’ll use to select things like buttons, links, or menu options.
- Right Click: A right click involves pressing the right mouse button. This action opens a context menu that provides additional options related to the item you clicked on. We’ll cover more about context menus in a later lesson.
- Double Click: A double click means pressing the left mouse button twice quickly. You’ll use this to open files, folders, or shortcuts on the Desktop. Note: Whenever we mention "click" or "double click" in this course, it will always refer to using the left mouse button unless we specify otherwise.
Click and Hold: This means pressing and holding down the left mouse button. You’ll use this when you need to drag items across the screen, like moving a window or rearranging files.
Now that you have a basic understanding of what an operating system is and how to use your mouse, you're ready to dive into the rest of the course. The following lessons will build on these foundational concepts as we explore how to use Windows 10 effectively.