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Microsoft Windows 7: Foundation
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Microsoft Windows 7 Foundation explores Microsoft’s newest operating system. Most companies have adopted this new technology for their workplace, or are planning to soon. With a new operating system comes training requirements. This will help your employees or students take advantage of the new features and benefits of Windows 7, allowing them to work more effectively and efficiently.
The Windows 7 Foundations courseware training material is completely customizable. Need to add content? You can do that. Need to delete some content? You can do that. Want to put in your own logos, images, names? You can do that too. Personalize it to fit your needs. There are no annual renewal fees, the courseware has an unlimited number of users, and is print-on-demand.
With our courseware you receive everything you need for training your employees or students successfully, including:
- Activities workbook
- Instructor guide
- Lesson plans
- PowerPoint slides
- Quick reference guide
- Student manual
The curriculum for Windows 7 covers a wide variety of subjects, including working with files and folders, the basics of Internet Explorer 8, and the basics of Windows 7. All courseware training materials are completely customizable.
Section 1: Getting Started
Lesson 1.1: The Basics of Windows 7
What's New in Windows 7?
Windows 7 Versions
Logging In
The Windows 7 Desktop
Step-By-Step
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Lesson 1.2: Interacting with the Computer
Pointing the Mouse
Using Click and Double-Click
Using Click and Drag
Using Right-Click
Using the Keyboard
Step-By-Step
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Lesson 1.3: A Quick Look at Windows 7
Using the Getting Started Center
Using the Desktop
Using the Start Menu
Using the Taskbar
Using the System Tray
Step-By-Step
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Lesson 1.4: Exiting Windows 7
Shutdown Options
Logging Off the Computer
Restarting the Computer
Turning off the Computer
Step-By-Step
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Section 1: Case Study
Section 1: Review Questions
Section 2: Working with Windows 7
Lesson 2.1: Application Basics
Starting a Program
Parts of the Application Window
Moving Around in a Program
Launching Help from Within an Application
Ending a Frozen Program
Exiting a Program
Step-By-Step
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Lesson 2.2: Working with a Window
Using Minimize, Maximize, and Restore
Scrolling in a Window
Moving a Window
Switching Between Windows
Sizing Windows
Window Management
Windows Aero Desktop
Step-By-Step
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Lesson 2.3: Working with Files and Folders
Understanding Files
Understanding Folders
Understanding Libraries
Opening the Computer Folder
Overview of the Computer Folder
Navigating through Your Computer
Step-By-Step
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Lesson 2.4: Basics of Menus and the Ribbon
Basics of Menus
Basics of Ribbons
Using Shortcut Menus
Using Shortcut Keys
Using Shortcut Keys and Menus Together
Step-By-Step
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Section 2: Case Study
Section 2: Review Questions
Section 3: The Basic Windows 7 Applications
Lesson 3.1: WordPad Basics
Launching WordPad
Interface Overview
Entering Text
Closing WordPad
Step-By-Step
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Lesson 3.2: Doing More with WordPad
Editing Text
Formatting Text
Saving your File
Opening a File
Step-By-Step
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Lesson 3.3: The Windows Calculator
Launching Calculator
Interface Overview
Using the Calculator
Advanced Calculator Tools
Closing Calculator
Step-By-Step
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Lesson 3.4: Paint
Launching Paint
Interface Overview
Drawing in Paint
Closing Paint
Step-By-Step
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Lesson 3.5: Other Windows 7 Ultimate Programs
Notepad
Windows Media Player
Windows Media Center
Snipping Tool
Sticky Notes
Step-By-Step
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Section 3: Case Study
Section 3: Review Questions
Section 4: Doing More with Windows 7
Lesson 4.1: Staying Safe
Opening the Action Center
Action Center Overview
Security Essentials
Modifying Basic Security Settings
Step-By-Step
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Lesson 4.2: The Basics of Internet Explorer 8
Launching Internet Explorer 8
Initial Setup
Other Setup Options
Interface Overview
Closing Internet Explorer
Step-By-Step
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Lesson 4.3: Doing More with Internet Explorer 8
Using the Address Bar
Accessing a Web Site via a Hyperlink
Opening a New Window
Opening a New Tab
Using Tabs
Using Web Slices
Step-By-Step
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Lesson 4.4: Windows Live
What is Windows Live?
Downloading and Installing Windows Live Essentials
Windows Live Messenger
Using Windows Live Hotmail
Step-By-Step
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Section 4: Case Study
Section 4: Review Questions
Section 5: Getting Help in Windows 7
Lesson 5.1: The Basics of Help
Launching Help from the Start Menu
Launching Help from within a Windows Application
Overview of the Help and Support Window
Searching for a Help Topic
Ask Someone
Step-By-Step
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Lesson 5.2: Using Windows Basics
Choosing a Preset Topic
Choosing Subtopics
Moving Back and Forward
Printing a Topic
Step-By-Step
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Lesson 5.3: Using the Table of Contents
Opening the Table of Contents
Choosing a Topic
Choosing a Subtopic
Moving Back and Forward
Printing a Topic
Step-By-Step
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Lesson 5.4: Advanced Help and Support Tools
Remote Assistance
Setting Help Options
Online vs. Offline Help
Step-By-Step
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Section 5: Case Study
Section 5: Review Questions
Index
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