Computer Basics Windows 7 Edition In Simple Steps

Contents at a Glance

 

Top 10 Tips to Get You Started

 

Chapter 1 – Set Up a PC or Laptop



Connect a USB mouse and keyboard
Locate and press the power button
Connect and install a USB printer
Connect additional hardware

 

Chapter 2 – First Steps



Explore the Getting Started window
Open an application
Open a window
Shut down windows safely

 

Chapter 3 – Explore Windows 7 Applications



Write a letter with Notepad
Reopen a saved file
View sample pictures
Empty the Recycle Bin

 

 

Chapter 4 – Work with Files and Folders



Create a folder on the desktop
Open a saved file
Search for a lost file
Back up a folder (or file) to an external drive

 

 

Chapter 5 – Work with Windows



Change the view in a window
Restore a window
Move a window
Reposition a window to take up half the screen

 

Chapter 6 – Personalize Windows 7



Add desktop icons
Create a shortcut on the desktop
Search for anything from the Start menu
Configure the Taskbar

 

Chapter 7 – Surf the Internet



Open a Web site in Internet Explorer
Set a Home page
Mark a Favorite
Stay safe online

 

Chapter 8 – Get Windows Live Essentials



Download and install Windows Live Essentials
Get a Windows Live ID
Sign in
Open Windows Live Photo Gallery

 

Chapter 9 – Windows Live Mail



Set up a Windows Live e-mail account
Compose and send a new email
Attach something to an email using Attach
Add a contact

 

Chapter 10 – Work with Media



Open Media Player and locate music
Listen to a song
View pictures in Windows Live Photo Gallery
Open Media Center

 

Chapter 11 – Connect to your Home Network



Create the connection
Enable Network Discovery
Access the Public folder
Diagnose Connection Problems

 

Chapter 12 – Manage Computer Resources and Connected Devices



Use ReadyBoost
Use Disk Defragmenter
Change what happens when you press the power button or close the lid
Manage all connected devices

 

Chapter 13 – Stay Secure



Require a password
Scan for viruses with Windows Defender
Enable the Firewall
Create a basic backup

 

Chapter 14 – Fix Problems



Use System Restore
Disable unwanted start up items
Resolve internet connectivity problems
Uninstall unwanted programs

 

 

Top Ten Problems Solved