Windows Vista Essentials

Description:
This online course presents the essential knowledge you need to start getting the most out of your Windows Vista computer right away. From turning on your Vista PC for the first time, through launching your applications and managing your files, this interactive online course will get you up to speed quickly. Become the Vista guru in your office, without leaving your desk.

 
Objectives:
At the end of the course, students will be able to:
Start working with Windows Vista.
Navigate and customize the New Vista UI.
Work with programs in Windows Vista.
Work with files and folders in Windows Vista.
Work with Internet Explorer 7.
 
Modules & Lessons
 
Course Overview
Module Introduction
Navigation Overview
Lab Information
Course Information
 
Windows Vista Essentials
Module Introduction
 
Starting with Windows Vista
Lesson Introduction
Log On to Windows Vista
Switch User Feature of Windows Vista
Methods to End a Windows Vista Session
Self Test
 
Navigating and Customizing the New Windows Vista Interface
Lesson Introduction
Start Menu Options
Taskbar Options
Customize the Sidebar and Gadgets
Windows Aero
Change the Desktop Background
Add a Shortcut to the Desktop
Self Test
 
Working with Files and Folders
Lesson Introduction
What are Folders and Public Folders?
Lab: Navigating to Folders and Files on Your Computer
Options for Viewing Files and Folders
Lab: Viewing File Information
Working with Files and Folders
Lab: Finding Specific Information
Self Test
 
Using Windows Vista Programs
Lesson Introduction
Methods of Launching a Program
What is Windows Mail?
Lab: Using Windows Calendar
What is Windows Meeting Space?
Self Test
 
Using Internet Explorer 7
Lesson Introduction
Lab: Setting up Internet Explorer 7
Managing Favorites
Security Features of Internet Explorer 7
What are RSS Feeds?
Self Test
Module Summary
 
Glossary
Module Introduction