Exploring Microsoft Office 2007 Computing Concepts Getting Started

Chapter 1 Computing Concepts

 

Objectives
Case Study:  Peaches 'n Cream Orchard

 

Computer Shopping

    Understanding Computer Componenets and Computer Types

        Select an Operating System

        Select a Processor

        Select Random Access Memory

        Select a Hard Drive

        Choose Between a Laptop and Desktop Computer

    Acquiring a Computer

        Purchace from a Local Computer Store or Retail Outlet

        Purchase from an Online Retailer

        Purchase from an Auction Web Site

        Purchase a New or Refurbished Computer

 

Computer Networking and Security

    Evaluating Security Software

        Use Antivirus Software

        Use Antispyware Software

        Use a Firewall

        Protect Against Phishing Attacks

    Understanding Home Networking

        Identify Networking Hardware and Software

        Understand Bluetooth Technology

    Accessing the Internet

        Connect with Digital Subscriber Line (DSL)

        Connect with Cable

        Connect with Satellite

 

Internal Computer Storage

    Understanding Bits and Bytes

    Identifyuing Character Coding

        Understand the ASCII Character Set

        Understand Unicode

 

Input, Output, and Storage Devices

    Identifying Input Devices

        Use a Keyboard

        Use a Mouse

        Identify Other Input Devices

    Identifying Output Devices

        Use a Monitor

        Use a Printer

    Identifying Storage Devices

        Use a Hard Disk

        Use a CD and DVD

        Use a USB Drive

 

Windows Vista and Windows XP

    Customizing Windows Vista and Windows XP

        Use the Control Panel

        Understand Plug and Play

    Managing Folders and Files

        Work with Windows Explorer

        Save a file

 

Productivity Software

    Identifying Types of Productivity Software

        Microsoft Office

        Microsoft Works

        Online Software

    Acquiring Software

 

Summary

Key Terms

Multiple Choice

 

Glossary

Multiple Choice Answer Key

Index