Description:

Introduction to the basics of managing, customizing and maintaining files, folders, disks, and display settings using the Windows operating system. Prerequisite: BTS 173.

Outcomes:

After completing this class, students should be able to:

• Create, rename, copy, move, and delete files and folders using Views in Windows Explorer.
• Find files and folders by using Windows search tools and by creating shortcuts and favorites.
• Speed information retrieval through use of folder options, views, and properties.
• Customize the Windows display by changing backgrounds, desktop appearance, and screen settings.
• Increase efficiency by changing Start menu and Taskbar to meet the needs of the user.
• Maintain and optimize disks using format, copy, find and repair, clean up, and defragment.
• Recover from system errors with restore tools.
• Add and delete programs using Control Panel.
• Demonstrate common DOS commands at the command prompt.