Publication Details
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| Introduction to Windows XP |
| Price: |
$99.00 |
| Business Focus: |
Basic Computer Literacy |
| Instructor: |
AlanSimpson |
| Course Code: |
wxp |
| Delivery Method: |
Instructor-led Online Course |
| Frequently Asked Questions |
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| Course Overview: |
Windows XP -- the new Windows Experience -- is the latest and greatest version of Microsoft Windows. Whether you're new to Windows or an experienced PC aficionado, there's a lot to learn in the all-new Windows XP.
For the Windows newbie, there's never been a better time to learn. The new XP interface is designed to make the learning curve easier than ever. Experienced Windows users will also appreciate the new frictionless interface that makes a computer quicker, easier, and more productive. This course covers all the basic skills and concepts needed to use a computer to do anything - be it surf the Internet, write a book, day trade stocks, manage your finances, play music, edit photos, or just do e-mail. You need only know enough to get connected to the online course. Basic buzzwords and concepts of drives, directories, files, and so forth are explained in depth, as well as all the skills you need to get help when you need it, back out of awkward situations gracefully, and take advantage of the Internet like never before.
You'll also learn to use and customize the new interface; work with texts, pictures, photos, sound, music and DVD, Interactive TV and video; create shortcuts to favorites; get the most from the Internet; and even build your own local area network (LAN). |
| Instructor Biography: |
| Alan Simpson is the award-winning author of over 100 computer books published in many languages throughout the world, including his latest: Alan Simpson's Windows Vista Bible. Alan's books and courses have been praised for his crystal-clear, friendly writing style. Alan has taught for the California State University and the University of California, has earned a Master's Degree, and holds Security+ certification. |
| Course Syllabus: |
| Lesson 1 Syllabus |
Getting Started with Windows XP |
| Lesson 2 Syllabus |
Using Programs and Documents |
| Lesson 2 Objective |
Start, use, and shut down Windows XP properly. |
| Lesson 3 Syllabus |
Playing with Pictures |
| Lesson 3 Objective |
Use programs to create, print, save, and open documents. |
| Lesson 4 Syllabus |
Fun with Music, Video, and DVD |
| Lesson 4 Objective |
Acquire, modify, and print digital photographs and other pictures. |
| Lesson 5 Syllabus |
Cool New Internet Features |
| Lesson 5 Objective |
Copy and manage music, create your own audio CDs. |
| Lesson 6 Syllabus |
Exploring your System |
| Lesson 6 Objective |
Secure you computer against hackers and other Internet threats. |
| Lesson 7 Syllabus |
Managing Files and Folders |
| Lesson 7 Objective |
Navigate to any disk drive, file, or folder on your computer. |
| Lesson 8 Syllabus |
Personalizing Windows XP |
| Lesson 8 Objective |
Move, copy, rename, delete, and restore files and folders. |
| Lesson 9 Syllabus |
Performance, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting |
| Lesson 9 Objective |
Customize your desktop, Start menu, taskbar, and mouse, and more. |
| Lesson 10 Syllabus |
Expanding your System |
| Lesson 10 Objective |
Maintain your computer, and get the most from your systems hardware. |
| Lesson 11 Syllabus |
Producing your own Movies |
| Lesson 11 Objective |
Expand your computer system by adding new programs and gadgets. |
| Lesson 12 Syllabus |
Creating your own Network |
| Lesson 12 Objective |
Produce you own movies and slide shows using Windows Movie Maker. |