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Using an Operating System (Microsoft® Windows XP)

Computing Fundamentals

Objectives

Identify what an operating system is and how it works

Solve common problems relating to operating systems

Manipulate and control Windows desktop, files, and disks

Identify how to change system settings, install and remove software

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What is Windows?

Windows is an OS created by Microsoft Corporation that uses a Graphical User Interface (GUI) for ease of use.

It has a desktop, which serves as your work area for all the programs that you run (just like a desk full of papers or documents you work on).

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Versions of Windows

Windows Vista Windows XP Windows Mobile Windows ME Windows 2000 Windows 98

Windows 95 Windows NT Windows for

Workgroups Windows 3.x

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Windows XP Desktop

After Windows XP loads, the working environment, called the desktop, displays on the screen.

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Windows XP Desktop

TASKBAR

SYSTEM TRAY

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IconsIcons

Start MenuStart Menu

WindowWindow

Start ButtonStart Button

System TraySystem TrayTask BarTask Bar


Common Desktop Items

My Computer

Recycle Bin

My Documents

My Network Places

Internet Explorer

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Navigating with the mouse

ClickDouble-clickRight-clickPointDrag

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Left Button

Right Button

Wheel(Not always available)

Palm Rest

Data Cable


What is a window?

A window is a rectangular area, which is framed by a border that displays data, programs, files, documents, or information about the application.

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Parts of a window

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Title Bar Menu Bar Minimize button

Maximize button

Close Button

Work Area

Status Bar

RulerFormatting Toolbar

Standard Toolbar

Cursor


Working with windows

Minimize/maximize/restore windowsSwitch between windowsResize a windowMove a windowClose windows

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Using the Start Menu

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Working with a Typical Program

Paint and WordPadWorking with menusWorking with dialog boxesSaving/opening files

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Managing Files

A file is data that has been created, named, and stored on a storage media. There are two types of files:

Program FilesData Files

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Working with Folders

Create a folderRename a folderCreating SubfoldersFolder directoriesUsing Windows Explorer

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Common Problem with Files

File not associated with applicationFile is corruptApplication incompatibility

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Managing Disks

Format floppy disks or flash drivesUsing ScanDiskDefragmenting the disk

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Customizing Windows

Change wallpaperChange screensaverAdjust date and timeApply themesAppearanceChanging the settings

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Installing/Uninstalling

How to installHow to uninstall

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