Learn Windows 7 Step by Step, Level 2 (50368)

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Course Code: 
50368
Vendor: 
Microsoft
Subject: 
Operating Systems
Course Contents: 

Module 1: Change Visual ElementsThis module explains how to apply and change a desktop theme, apply a screen saver, and change screen resolution.Lessons

  • Applying a Standard Theme
  • Modifying a Theme
  • Implementing a Screen Saver
  • Displaying More or Less Information

Lab : Applying a Standard Theme

  • Switch to a different theme page

Lab : Modifying a Theme

  • Experiment with desktop backgrounds and window colors

Lab : Implementing a Screen Saver

  • Preview and select screen savers

Lab : Displaying More or Less Information

  • Change the screen resolution

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Change the desktop theme.
  • Preview and select screen savers, and determine how they display.
  • Adjust the screen resolution to display more or less information.

Module 2: Change System SettingsThis module explains how to modify the Start menu and taskbar, manage the date and time display, change a computer name, and customize power settings.Lessons

  • Modifying the Start Menu
  • Modifying the Taskbar
  • Managing the Date and Time Display
  • Changing the Computer Name
  • Configuring Power Options

Lab : Modifying the Start Menu

  • Modify the Start menu

Lab : Modifying the Taskbar

  • Hide, move, and customize the taskbar

Lab : Managing the Date and Time Display

  • Modify the system time, and add a time zone

Lab : Configuring Power Options

  • Explore power settings, and create a custom power plan

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Determine what and how much information appears on the Start menu.
  • Change the size, position, and display options of the taskbar.
  • Manage the computer date and time display.
  • Change the computer name.
  • Optimize the computer's power usage.

Module 3: Work with ProgramsThis module explores Windows 7 programs and Windows Live programs and services. It explains how to use and modify the gadgets available from the Desktop Gadgets Gallery; how to install, remove, and automatically start programs; and how to specify the default program for a specific file type. Lessons

  • Exploring Windows 7 Programs
  • Using and Modifying Desktop gadgets
  • Exploring Windows Live Programs and Services
  • Installing and Removing Programs
  • Starting Programs Automatically
  • Specifying Default Programs

Lab : Exploring Windows 7 Programs

  • Work with the Calculator, Sticky Notes, and the Snipping Tool

Lab : Using and Modifying Desktop Gadgets

  • Add and customize desktop gadgets

Lab : Starting Programs Automatically

  • Configure a program to start automatically

Lab : Specifying Default Programs

  • Change the default program for a file type

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Work with Windows utilities.
  • Use and modify the desktop gadgets.
  • Download and install free Windows 7 and Windows Live programs and services.
  • Install programs from various sources.
  • Use the Control Panel to remove programs.
  • Setup a program to start automatically.
  • Specify a default program for specific file types.

Module 4: Set Up Hardware DevicesThis module explains how to install peripheral devices, manage printers, connect to a remote printer, set up multiple monitors, and change the way the mouse and keyboard behave, as well as how to rate computer hardware and locate device information.Lessons

  • Installing Peripheral Devices
  • Sharing a Local Printer
  • Connecting to a Remote Printer
  • Displaying Your Desktop on Multiple Screens
  • Setting Up Sound Devices
  • Changing the Way Your Mouse Works
  • Changing the Way Your Keyboard Works
  • Rating Your Computer's Hardware
  • Locating Device Information

Lab : Install a Peripheral Devices

  • Install a printer connected to your computer

Lab : Sharing a Local Printer

  • Share a printer connected to your computer

Lab : Connecting to a Remote Printer

  • Connect to a remote printer

Lab : Setting Up Sound Devices

  • Connect speakers and a microphone

Lab : Changing the Way Your Keyboard Works

  • Change the keyboard input language

Lab : Rating Your Computer's Hardware

  • Establish a Windows Experience Index, and view detailed information

Lab : Locating Device Information

  • View device information

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Customize a computer system by installing peripheral devices.
  • Use and manage local and remote printers.
  • Change the way the mouse and keyboard behave.
  • Determine which programs will run well on a computer.
  • Use the System Information window to view information about installed hardware devices.

Objective: 

This one-day instructor-led course provides students with the knowledge to customize the Windows 7 interface and system settings, as well as how to work with the programs and set up hardware devices.
Audience Profile

Prerequisites: 

Before attending this course, students must have:

  • Basic knowledge of how to navigate in the Windows 7 user interface.
  • Understanding of user accounts and networking concepts.
  • Knowledge of how to move around the Windows 7 folder hierarchy and manage folders and files.

Benefits: 

After completing this course, students will be able to:

  • Apply a standard theme.
  • Modify a theme.
  • Implement a screen saver.
  • Display more or less information.
  • Modify the Start menu and the taskbar.
  • Manage the date and time display.
  • Change the computer name.
  • Configure power options.
  • Explore Windows 7 programs.
  • Use and modify desktop gadgets.
  • Explore Windows Live programs and services.
  • Install and remove programs.
  • Start programs automatically.
  • Specify default programs.
  • Install peripheral devices.
  • Share a local printer.
  • Connect to a remote printer.
  • Display your desktop on multiple screens.
  • Set up sound devices.
  • Change the way your mouse and keyboard work.
  • Rate your computer’s hardware.
  • Locate device information.

Audience: 

This course is intended for intermediate level information workers who want to learn more advanced Windows 7 skills.

Materials Available: 
Yes
Duration: 
8 hours
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