Personal Computing: Getting Started, Internet, and E-Mail

Overview/Description
This course, Personal Computing: Getting Started, Internet, and E-Mail, is designed for students who are new to computer use. This course provides a basic introduction to computer hardware and software, Windows 98, e-mail, and the Internet.

Target Audience
There are no prerequisites for this course; however, some experience in using a computer keyboard and mouse is helpful.

Expected Duration
This course, including the practice exercises, will take up to 4 hours to complete.

Objectives:

Identifying Hardware and Software

  • Identify and describe computer hardware and software
  • Use and customize Windows 98
  • Describe different types of software

    • Using Windows 98

  • Use the Start menu
  • Display menus
  • Use Windows elements
  • Customize Windows and customize the desktop
  • Set up a screen saver

    • Using the Internet and E-Mail

  • Connect to the Internet
  • Browse the Web
  • Correspond using e-mail
  • Organize your e-mail messages
  • Enhance your e-mail messages


    • Course Number: MWNE0001