Windows 10 Level 1 – Introduction Versions 7, 8 are also available

Windows 10, Level 1 – Introduction

Course Outline

Lesson 1 – Basics

• Operating System Basics
• a Look at the Desktop
• Using the Mouse
• Using the Keyboard
• Opening and Closing Windows
• Minimizing and Maximizing Windows
• Moving a Window
• Resizing a Window
• Switching Between Windows
• Using the Ribbon
• Using Shortcut Menus
• Navigating the Start Menu
• Using Help
• Shutting Down Your Computer

Lesson 2 – Working with Folders and Disks

• a Look at Windows Disk Organization
• Working with Navigation Pane
• Using the Folder Tree
• Working with the Quick Access Area
• Navigating Using the Address Bar
• Changing Window View
• Sorting and Filtering the Contents of a Folder
• Grouping the Contents of a Folder
• Changing Explorer Layout
• Setting Folder Options
• Creating a New Folder
• Creating a Shortcut to a Folder

Lesson 3 – File and Folder Management

• Renaming Files and Folders
• Copying Files and Folders
• Moving Files and Folders
• Deleting Files and Folders
• Restoring a Deleted File
• Emptying the Recycle Bin
• Searching for a File Or Folder
• Selecting Multiple Files and Folders
• Working with File Properties
• Compressing Files and Folders

Lesson 4 – Working with Applications

• Opening Applications from the Start Screen
• Switching Between Programs
• Opening and Closing a Document
• Entering and Editing Text in WordPad
• Selecting Text
• Cutting, Copying and Pasting Text
• Inserting Special Characters
• Formatting Text
• Setting Paragraph Tabs
• Saving a Document
• Creating Sticky Notes
• Snipping the Screen
• Organizing Your Schedule Using the Calendar App
• Organizing Contacts with the People App
• Forcing an Application to Close
• Working with the Photos App

Lesson 5 – Customize the Start Screen & Desktop

• Moving the Taskbar
• Working with Taskbar Toolbars
• Setting Taskbar Properties
• Adding Applications to the Taskbar
• Adding Items to the Start Screen
• Customizing the Start Screen
• Changing the Desktop Background
• Changing the Desktop Theme
• Changing the Theme Color
• Working with Task View
• Switching to Tablet Mode

Lesson 6 – Adjusting Computer Settings

• About the Settings App
• Modifying Date and Time Properties
• Adding a Screen Saver
• Setting Power Management Options
• Customizing Your Display
• Modifying Notification & Action Options
• Setting File Explorer Options
• Uninstalling Applications
• Changing Default Programs
• Changing the File Type Associated with a Program
• Changing Device Settings
• Modifying Account Settings
• Administrator Access Tools

Lesson 7 – Using Internet Tools

• Setting Up an Internet Connection
• Starting Microsoft Edge
• Browsing a Web Page
• Creating Favorites
• Deleting Favorites
• Using Tabbed Browsing
• Microsoft Edge Settings
• Searching the Internet
• Searching Using Cortana
• Using the Mail App