Module 1: Programs

This module explains how to install and work with programs.

Lessons

• Installing and Removing Programs
• Managing Hard Disks
• Starting Programs Automatically
• Specifying the Default Program for a Type of File
• Recovering from Software Errors
• Key Points

Lab: Programs

• Set a program to start automatically for all users.
• Change a default starting program.

After completing this module, students will be able to:

Module 2: Communication Tools

This module explains how to work with Windows Mail and conduct online meetings.

Lessons

• Setting Up Windows Mail
• Sending and Receiving E-Mail Messages
• Conducting Online Meetings
• Key Points

Lab: Communication Tools

• Set up Windows Mail.
• Work with e-mail messages.

After completing this module, students will be able to:

Module 3: Organizational Tools

This module explains how to work with Sidebar and use the built-in notes, contacts, and calendar programs.

Lessons

• Using and Modifying Sidebar Gadgets
• Recording Notes
• Keeping Track of Contacts
• Keeping Track of Appointments and Meetings
• Key Points

Lab: Organizational Tools

• Customize Sidebar and Sidebar gadgets.
• Record written and voice notes.
• Store contact records in a contact group.
• Schedule appointments, and send a meeting invitation.

After completing this module, students will be able to:

Module 4: Documents

This module explains how to create and format simple documents by using Microsoft WordPad.

Lessons

• Creating Simple Documents
• Formatting Words and Paragraphs
• Inserting Text and Graphics
• Printing Documents
• Key Points

Lab: Documents

• Create and save a simple document.
• Apply character and paragraph formatting.
• Import a text file and a graphic file.
• Adjust page layout, and preview and print a document.

After completing this module, students will be able to:

Module 5: Graphics

This module explains how to create and format simple documents by using Microsoft Paint.

Lessons

• Creating Simple Graphics
• Changing the Content, Size, and Orientation of Graphics
• Saving Graphic Files in Different Formats
• Printing Graphics
• Key Points

Lab: Graphics

• Create and save a simple graphic.
• Modify an existing graphic.
• Save a graphic file in different formats.
• Preview and print a photo.

After completing this module, students will be able to:

Module 6: Digital Media

This module explains how to work with and share media files by using Photo Gallery. It also explains how to configure Windows Media Player and how to create CDs and DVDs.

Lessons

• Viewing, Cataloging, and Fixing Pictures
• Playing Music
• Burning Audio and Data Discs
• Sharing Pictures and Other Digital Media Files
• Key Points

Lab: Digital Media

• Explore and work with pictures in Photo Gallery.
• Explore and personalize Windows Media Player.
• Share media files via Photo Gallery.

After completing this module, students will be able to:

Module 7: Accessibility Features

This module explains how to configure your computer for ease of use, change Web content appearance, and use voice commands to control your computer.

Lessons

• Making Your Computer Easier to Use
• Changing the Appearance of Web Content
• Controlling Your Computer by Using Voice Commands
• Key Points

Lab: Accessibility Features

• Use voice commands to create a simple document.

After completing this module, students will be able to: