Microsoft Windows 95 Course Outlines

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Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

* Identify some fundamental personal computing concepts and terminology, such as hardware components, software, and computer networks.

* Examine and identify components of the Windows 95 screen; select items with the mouse pointer; access Windows features by using the Start button; and work with windows by using buttons and dragging techniques.

* Observe the contents of a hard disk by using the My Computer icon; observe shared resources by using the Network Neighborhood icon; and access a disk quickly by creating a desktop shortcut.

* Become accustomed to common Windows program techniques by experimenting with Help and WordPad.

* Work with multiple programs by using the taskbar to switch between tile windows.

* Share data between programs by using the Edit, Copy and Edit, Paste commands; create simple graphic shapes by using the Paint accessory.

* Display the contents of disks by using the Windows Explorer; create a folder by using a shortcut menu; copy and move documents and folders by dragging them; and sort and locate documents by using the Windows Explorer.

* Prepare a disk for use with the Format command; copy and move groups of documents; delete and restore documents by using the Recycle Bin; and exit Windows by using the Shut Down command.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

* Create a custom user interface by changing properties of the taskbar, the desktop, and other components.

* Create subfolders, modify file attributes, and use Quick View to briefly look at a file.

* Start MS-DOS-based programs; use familiar MS-DOS commands; and work in the MS-DOS-based editor.

* Manipulate the print queue; set up a printer to print MS-DOS-based programs; and use the Print Troubleshooter to solve printing problems.

* Understand the purpose and use of such system tools as Backup, DriveSpace, ScanDisk, and Disk Defragmenter.

* Examine configuration and installation issues, such as the differences between 32-bit applications and 16-bit applications.

* Browse resources on the Network Neighborhood, and communicate with other people by using Microsoft Exchange.

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