Windows Vista Essentials
½ day
Course Aim
This course is designed to give delegates a good understanding of Windows Vista - what it does and how it should be used. They will become familiar with the Windows Vista environment and explore basic Windows Vista features. They will experiment with the power and flexibility of Windows Vista, and master simple Windows skills to work easily in any Windows application.

Who shoule attend?
This course is designed for new users of Windows Vista. No previous Windows experience is necessary.
A half day upgrade course is available for users of previous versions of Windows.

Training Style
Informal and participative using a combination of trainer input, discussion and practical exercises. This approach ensures the training meets the needs of both the group and individual participants.


Course Contents

Introduction

Overview of Windows Vista
Using the mouse
Using the desktop & Start button
Starting & exiting programs
Minimise, Maximise, Restore & Close
Moving & sizing windows
Using the Taskbar
Moving the Taskbar
Changing Taskbar settings
Using menus & shortcuts
Using dialog boxes & scroll bars
Using Help & What's This

Working with Folders and Files
Using My Computer
Using Windows Explorer
Accessing different storage devices
Creating folders & files
Saving files in folders
Renaming folders & files
Moving & copying folders & files
Deleting folders & files
Finding folders & files
Using the Recycle Bin
Using Backup and Restore

Creating and Using Shortcuts
Creating shortcuts for the desktop
Changing the shortcut icons
Renaming & deleting shortcuts
3D Aero Glass (Windows Switcher)
Pin to Start Menu
Add to Quick Launch





Using Accessories
Calculator
WordPad
Paint
NotePad

Changing Control Panel Settings
Changing display background, screen saver, appearance & settings
Changing mouse settings
Changing system and program sounds
Changing date, time and time zone
Changing password properties

Changing Print Settings
Printing a document
Viewing documents to be printed
Changing printer settings
Managing the print queue
Pausing & resuming printing
Drag & drop printing

 

 

Related courses
Microsoft Office 2007 Upgrade
Windows Vista and Office 2007 Overview


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