Who should attend?

Individuals wanting to learn more about the Windows and the Internet

3 Illinois C.E. points earned

This instructor-led course introduces you to Windows and the Internet and gets you up and running quickly. You will learn how to do the most common tasks, learn shortcuts and tips to doing things more efficiently. Learn how to find things on the Internet, and customize your settings.

What students learn

Upon completing this hands-on course, you will:

• Find your way around in Windows quicker
• Work in multiple applications
• Customize your desktop
• Maintain your computer using utility features
• Install new hardware and software
• Search on the Internet
• Setup and customize your Email

What students receive

Each student receives a copy of Pam Szczecinski’s Student Manual for post-class reference and review.

Registration Information

Refund Policy: Registrations canceled at least one week prior to the workshop are refundable minus a 15% cancellation fee.

• Screen elements

• Faster ways getting in and out of areas

• Minimize, Maximize, Close
• Resizing Windows
• Having multiple programs open
• Moving between different programs

• Scan Disk
• Defrag
• Hard Drive properties

• Using "My Computer" efficiently
• Adjusting the size of the Recycle Bin

• Installing new software
• Adding new hardware
• Removing programs

• Choosing Wallpaper/Screen savers
• Creating Shortcut icons

• Games
• Word-processing
• Multimedia (Audio)

• Choosing the best Browser (learn what a Browser is)
• ISP’s (Internet Service Providers)
• Navigating the Internet (Search engines)
• Creating/organizing bookmarks for Favorite sites
• E-mail – address books, file attachments, creating signatures