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- Louise Nolan
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ECDL Using the Computer and Managing Files with MS Windows 98
Course Aims
This course is designed to prepare readers for the ECDL module 2 examination. The course will allow readers to use the operating system Microsoft Windows 98 to manage files and folders, use basic software applications and print documents. The course closely follows ECDL syllabus version 3.0, but can also be used in conjunction with the earlier syllabus, version 1.5. |
Assumed Knowledge
No prior experience of using a PC or Windows is assumed. |
Course Audience
Intending, new or recent users of MS Windows 98 who want to gain a good understanding of the use of computers and how to manage files in a short space of time. |
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Table of Contents
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Getting Started with Windows 98
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The Windows 98 Operating System
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Starting the Computer and Windows 98
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User Logon; Windows 98 Desktop
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Using a Mouse; Opening and Closing Windows
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The Title Bar; Maximising Windows
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Restoring Windows; Minimising Windows
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The Program Control Icon; Closing Windows
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Cascading and Tiling Windows
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Repositioning a Window; Sizing a Window
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Menus, Commands and Dialogue Boxes
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Menus; Commands; SpeedKeys
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The Start Menu and Taskbar
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The Start Menu; The Programs Menu
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The Favourites Menu; The Documents Menu
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The Settings Menu; The Find Menu
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Windows Help; The Run Menu Option
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The Log Off Menu Option; The Shut Down Menu Item
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Start Button Shortcut Menu; The Taskbar
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Changing the Position and Size of the Taskbar
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Working with Folders
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Understanding Folders; My Computer
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Windows Explorer; Choosing a Desktop Style
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Creating a Folder; Renaming a Folder
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Deleting a Folder; Copying a Folder
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Drag-and-Drop; Startup Folder
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Working with Files
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Understanding Files; File Names; Locating Files
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Renaming, Moving, Copying and Deleting Files
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Using Drag-and-Drop with Files
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Formatting a Floppy Disk; The Recycle Bin
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Windows 98 Applications
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WordPad; Paint; Calculator; Notepad
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Transferring Data Between Applications
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Saving Files; Exiting Applications
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Customizing the Desktop
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The Control Panel; System Information
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Windows 98 and the Year 2000
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Mouse Properties; Desktop Properties
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Controlling Volume and Sounds
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Creating Shortcuts; Setting the Date/Time
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Recycle Bin; The Taskbar; The Start Menu
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Printing
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The Printers Folder; Printing Documents
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Managing the Print Queue; Drag-and-Drop Printing
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