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ECDL 4 Using the Computer and Managing Files with Windows 2000



Course Aims
This course is designed to help you to obtain the skills and knowledge required for ECDL Module 2 "Using the Computer and Managing Files" (Syllabus 4.0). You will learn to use Windows to manage files and data on a computer and network. You will learn to create, edit, and print simple files using the applications that come with Windows. You will also learn to customise system and Desktop settings.
Assumed Knowledge
No previous experience or knowledge of using computer hardware or software is assumed.
Course Audience
Students training to obtain an ECDL or those seeking basic skills in computer use.

This course can be found in the following categories:
Course Library > ECDL > Using the Computer and Managing Files

Table of Contents
Windows 2000 - Getting Started
  		• Understand the terms hardware, software, GUI, and operating system
  		• Work safely with computer equipment
  		• Switch on the computer and start Windows
  		• Identify elements of the Desktop (icons, Taskbar, Start menu)
  		• Use a mouse and keyboard
  		• Shut down and restart the computer
  		• Log off from Windows
     
    Windows 2000 - Working with Windows
  		• Open and close windows
  		• Identify window elements (title bar, menu bar, command icons, border, resize handle, scroll bars, status bar)
  		• Minimise, maximise, and restore windows
  		• Cascade and tile windows
  		• Move and resize windows
     
    Windows 2000 - Menus, Commands, and Dialogue Boxes
  		• Select commands from a menu using both the mouse and keyboard
  		• Understand the different symbols on a menu
  		• Cancel a menu
  		• Use SpeedKeys to activate commands
  		• Use different controls in a dialogue box
  		• Use a Wizard to complete a command
  		• Use a toolbar
     
    Windows 2000 - The Start Menu and Taskbar
  		• Understand the functions of the items on the Start menu
  		• Start an application
  		• Use the Taskbar to switch between applications
  		• Change the display of the Taskbar and Start menu
     
    Windows 2000 - Getting Assistance
  		• Look up a help topic
  		• Search help for a particular topic
  		• Use context-sensitive help options
     
    Windows 2000 - Exploring Drives and Folders
  		• Understand the hierarchy of disks and folders
  		• Recognise drive, folder, file, and object icons
  		• Browse folders on a computer and on a network
     
    Windows 2000 - File and Folder Management
  		• Understand basic principles of effective file management
  		• Create a folder or subfolder
  		• Rename a folder or file
  		• Delete a folder and its contents and delete a file
  		• Use the Recycle Bin to restore deleted data
  		• Move and copy data
  		• Use drag-and-drop to work with data
  		• Select multiple icons
  		• Undo a file operation
     
    Windows 2000 - Using Applications Software
  		• Create, open, and save files
  		• Create a simple text file with Notepad
  		• Use WordPad to create a document
  		• Create a drawing with Paint
  		• Use the Windows Calculator
  		• Transfer data between programs
  		• Insert a Print Screen graphic
  		• Exit an application
  		• End an application that is Not Responding
     
    Windows 2000 - Creating and Editing Files
  		• Understand file naming rules and appreciate an effective file naming scheme
  		• Understand how to display and hide file extensions
  		• Describe the software used to edit common file types
  		• Create a new file from Windows
  		• Choose an application to use to open a file
    Windows 2000 - Customising Folder Views and Options
  		• Change the appearance of items in a folder
  		• View and change folder and file properties
  		• Customise folder browsing options
  		• Customise the toolbar
     
    Windows 2000 - Searching for Files
  		• Search for a file or folder by name, date, type, and size
  		• Search for a file name using wildcards
  		• Use the History bar to open recently-used files
     
    Windows 2000 - Working with Disk Drives
  		• Understand file size and disk capacity
  		• Format a floppy disk or zip disk
  		• Move and copy files to and from a floppy disk or zip disk
  		• Use a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive
     
    WinZip 8.1 - Compressing Files and Folders
  		• Compress a file or folder
  		• Extract compressed files or folders
     
    Windows 2000 - Working with Shortcuts
  		• Create and use file shortcuts
  		• Add and remove program shortcuts from the Start menu
     
    Windows 2000 - Printing
  		• Use the Printers folder to choose a printer
  		• Switch on a printer and load a paper tray
  		• Change print settings
  		• Print documents
  		• Pause and resume printing
  		• Use drag-and-drop to print a document
  		• Install a printer
     
    Windows 2000 - Customising System Settings
  		• Display the Control Panel window
  		• Find out system information
  		• Change the computer date and time
  		• Change the amount of disk space that is taken up by the Recycle Bin
     
    Windows 2000 - Customising the Desktop
  		• Apply a new desktop scheme
  		• Save desktop display settings as a custom theme
  		• Apply a screen saver
  		• Change the background of the Desktop and the appearance of windows
  		• Change monitor display settings (resolution and colour depth)
  		• Use Active Desktop to display content from the internet
  		• Use the volume control and configure Windows sounds
     
    Windows 2000 - Customising Input Options
  		• Understand year 2000 issues
  		• Set Regional and Language Options
  		• Change the mouse clicking speed and the appearance of the mouse pointer
  		• Change keyboard settings
     
    Windows XP - Adding and Removing Programs
  		• Uninstall a software application
  		• Configure Windows component settings
  		• Add a new program
     
    ICT Fundamentals - Anti-Virus Measures
  		• Understand what a computer virus is and how a computer system can be infected
  		• Know how to get information about virus threats and about hoax alerts
  		• Detect and remove virus infections using anti-virus software
  		• Understand the importance of updating anti-virus software
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