Microsoft Windows Vista Fundamental

Microsoft Windows
Vista Fundamentals

End User Basics


Synopsis:
This module includes:


This module covers the basic
Learning the Basics
aspects of working with
Upgrading from XP: an Introduction
Windows Vista, including
Starting Windows Vista
managing and using windows;
Exploring the Windows Vista Desktop
accessing programs; working
Using the Mouse
with the Desktop, files and
Closing a Window
folders, multiple windows, and
Exploring the Start Menu
the Recycle Bin; and making use
Working with Files and Folders
of search facilities.
Using Toolbars and Menus

Turning Off the Computer


Prerequisites:
Managing Windows

Upgrading from XP: Window Components
A familiarity with personal
Exploring the Components of a Window
computers
Minimizing, Maximizing and Restoring Windows

Moving a Window

Changing a Window’s Size and Shape
Objectives:
Scrolling Open Windows


• Learn the basics
Using Programs
• Manage windows
Opening a Program from the Start Menu
• Use programs
Working with a Text Editor
• Work with the Desktop
Using a Dialog Box
• Explore window features and
Saving a File to the Documents Folder
views
Closing a Program
• Organize files and folders
Opening a File from the Documents Folder
• Work with multiple windows

• Use the search facilities
Working with the Desktop
• Use the Recycle Bin
Adding a Shortcut to the Desktop

Using a Desktop Shortcut
Renaming a Desktop item
Showing and Hiding Desktop Icons
Arranging Items on the Desktop
Deleting Desktop Icons and Shortcuts

Exploring Window Features and Views
Upgrading from XP – Window Features
Displaying and Hiding Parts of a Window
Using the Back and Forward Buttons
Changing Views in a Window
Sorting Items in Details View
Arranging Columns in Details View
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Microsoft Windows
Vista Fundamentals

End User Basics
Arranging and Grouping Icons
Customizing Folder Options

Organizing Files and Folders
Upgrading from XP: Files and Folders
Using Windows Explorer
Using Favorite Links and the Folders List
Using the Address Bar
Creating a New Folder
Renaming a Folder or File
Selecting Multiple Items
Copying/Moving Files and Folders
Copying/Moving with Drag-and-Drop
Creating a Shortcut
Deleting Files, Folders or Shortcuts
Using the Undo Feature

Working with Multiple Windows
Upgrading from XP: Multiple Windows
Switching Between Open Windows
Previewing Open Windows using Flip 3D
Arranging your Windows
Using Group Buttons on the Taskbar
Showing the Desktop

Using the Search Facilities
Upgrading from XP: Search
Searching from the Start Menu
Searching from Folder Windows
Using the Search Folder
Using Advanced Search Options
Saving a Search
Changing Search Options
Searching for Specific File Types

Using the Recycle Bin
Configuring Recycle Bin Settings
Restoring a Deleted Item
Emptying the Recycle Bin
Showing or Hiding the Recycle Bin


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Microsoft Windows
Vista Fundamentals


Using Windows Vista


Synopsis:
This module includes:


This module is largely concerned
Working with Storage Devices
with the more complex aspects
Upgrading from XP: Storage Devices
of Windows Vista, addressing
Viewing Storage Device Properties
how to work with storage
Mapping a Network Drive
devices, printers and multimedia
Using Send To
files; the Control Panel, Taskbar
Copying to CD or DVD - Mastered Format
and Start Menu; and
Copying to CD or DVD - LFS Format
customization of the Desktop. It
Backing up Data
also considers common program
Using Compressed Files and Folders
techniques and how to access

help and support. Finally,
Working with Printers
accounts and security are
Adding a Printer
explored.
Setting a Printer as the Default

Setting Printing Preferences

Working with the Print Queue
Prerequisites:


Working with Multimedia Files
Windows Vista: End User Basics
Upgrading from XP: Multimedia Files

Working with the Pictures Folder

Working with Windows Photo Gallery
Objectives:
Working with the Windows Media Player


• Work with storage devices
Using the Control Panel
• Work with printers
Upgrading from XP: Control Panel
• Work with multimedia files
Opening the Control Panel
• Use the Control Panel
Viewing System Information and Settings
• Customize the Desktop
Adjusting Audio Settings
• Use the Taskbar
Setting Date and Time Properties
• Work with the Start Menu
Setting Regional and Language Options
• Use common program
Using Ease of Access Options
techniques
Installing or Uninstalling Programs
• Use Windows help and
Managing Windows Updates
support
Adding or Changing Hardware
• Work with accounts and
Changing Mouse Settings
security
Changing Keyboard Settings

Customizing the Desktop
Upgrading from XP: Customizing the Desktop
Working with the Windows Sidebar
Working with Gadgets
Choosing a Desktop Background
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Microsoft Windows
Vista Fundamentals

Using Windows Vista
Personalizing Window Color and Appearance
Changing the Screen Saver
Adjusting the Display Settings
Changing the Theme

Using the Taskbar
Moving and Resizing the Taskbar
Hiding and Showing the Taskbar
Customizing the Notification Area
Displaying Toolbars on the Taskbar
Adding Items to the Quick Launch Toolbar

Working with the Start Menu
Pinning Programs to the Start Menu
Removing Shortcuts from the Start Menu
Customizing the Start Menu
Clearing the Recent Items List
Changing the Start Menu to Classic View
Restoring Start Menu Defaults

Using Common Program Techniques
Selecting Text
Using Cut, Copy, and Paste
Using Drag-and-Drop
Copying Between Programs
Using Undo and Redo

Using Windows Help and Support
Upgrading from XP: Help and Support
Accessing Help and Support Facilities
Searching for Help Topics
Browsing for Help Topics
Using Help Options
Printing Help Content
Getting Help with Dialog Boxes and Windows
Using Windows Remote Assistance
Using Online Help Options
Creating and Using a System Restore Point

Working with Accounts and Security
Upgrading from XP: Accounts and Security
Restarting Your Computer
Creating a User Account
Understanding User Account Control
Switching Users
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Microsoft Windows
Vista Fundamentals

Using Windows Vista
Using Windows Task Manager
Using the Windows Security Screen


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