Computer Basics
Introduction
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Getting to Know Computers
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What is a Computer?
Learn about the various types of computers and what they are used for.
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Understanding Operating Systems
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What is an operating system?
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Types of operating systems
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Microsoft Windows
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Apple Mac OS X
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Linux
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Operating systems for mobile devices
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Challenge!
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Understanding Operating Systems
Find out what an operating system is and why every computer has one.
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Understanding Applications
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Understanding Applications
Learn how applications let you do almost anything with your computer or device.
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Web Apps and the Cloud
All About the Desktop Computer
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Basic Parts of a Desktop Computer
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Basic Parts of the Desktop Computer
Learn about the computer case, monitor, keyboard and mouse.
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Buttons, Sockets and Slots on a Desktop Computer
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Introduction
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Back of computer case
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Other types of ports
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Peripherals you can use with your computer
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Challenge!
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Buttons & Ports on a Desktop Computer
Explore the buttons and ports on the front and back of a desktop computer.
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Inside a Desktop Computer
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Inside a Desktop Computer
Take a look inside a computer and learn about the main components.
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Laptop Computers and Mobile Devices
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Laptop Computers and Netbooks
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Getting to Know Laptop Computers
Learn about some of the important ways that laptops are different from desktop computers.
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Getting to Know Mobile Devices
Getting Started
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Setting Up a Computer
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Setting Up a Desktop Computer
Set up a desktop computer with this step-by-step guide.
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Beginning to Use Your Computer
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Getting to Know the OS
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Getting to know your computer's OS
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Shutting down your computer
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Your computer's file system
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Opening applications
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Adjusting your computer's settings
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Challenge!
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Connecting to the Internet
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How do I connect to the Internet?
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Hardware needed
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Web browsers
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Setting Up your Internet connection
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Home networking
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Setting up a home network
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Challenge!
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Connecting to the Internet
Learn how to connect your computer to the internet and set up a wireless home network.
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Doing More with Computers
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Computer Safety and Maintenance
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How do I keep my computer healthy?
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Cleaning the monitor
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Tips for cleaning other computer surfaces
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Protecting your computer
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Backing up your computer
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Other maintenance techniques
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Creating a safe workspace
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Challenge!
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Creating a Safe Workspace
Arrange your computer workspace to avoid strain and injuries.
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Protecting Your Computer
Learn how to protect your computer from viruses and back up your files.
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Cleaning Your Computer
Learn the best way to clean various parts of your computer.
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Basic Troubleshooting Techniques
Extras
Introduction
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What is a Computer?
02:40111,721 viewsLearn about the various types of computers and what they are used for.
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Understanding Operating Systems
02:1488,546 viewsFind out what an operating system is and why every computer has one.
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Understanding Applications
02:1931,316 viewsLearn how applications let you do almost anything with your computer or device.
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What is the Cloud?
03:2949,259 viewsLearn what the cloud is and how you can benefit from using it.
All About the Desktop Computer
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Basic Parts of the Desktop Computer
02:0942,347 viewsLearn about the computer case, monitor, keyboard and mouse.
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Buttons & Ports on a Desktop Computer
03:0820,172 viewsExplore the buttons and ports on the front and back of a desktop computer.
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Inside a Desktop Computer
02:2037,635 viewsTake a look inside a computer and learn about the main components.
Laptop Computers and Mobile Devices
Getting Started
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Setting Up a Desktop Computer
03:3673,385 viewsSet up a desktop computer with this step-by-step guide.
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Getting Started with Windows
03:1828,462 viewsLearn about the main parts of the Windows desktop.
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Connecting to the Internet
03:4023,491 viewsLearn how to connect your computer to the internet and set up a wireless home network.
Doing More with Computers
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Creating a Safe Workspace
03:147,343 viewsArrange your computer workspace to avoid strain and injuries.
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Protecting Your Computer
02:5210,797 viewsLearn how to protect your computer from viruses and back up your files.
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Cleaning Your Computer
04:1614,735 viewsLearn the best way to clean various parts of your computer.