Computing Basics: One Week Intensive (Event Over)

Make an investment and spend your week getting a solid introduction to the personal computer. Cover the major hardware and software components and their functions. Learn to operate the mouse and keyboard, navigate the desktop, manipulate windows, and use a simple text editor. Explore basic word processing and creating spreadsheets. Discuss how to create, save, and access your files and how to create folders. Make sense of menus, icons, and your computer's settings. Master how to run and install programs and how to keep your PC secure and running smoothly. Finally, receive an introduction to the internet and e-mail. No previous computer experience or knowledge is required. Runs Monday 6/23, Tuesday 6/24, Thursday 6/26 and Friday 6/27