Basic Computer Skills

Basic Computer SkillsInstructional Support ServicesIsaac and Kaitlin

Basic PartsHardwareComputer TowerMonitorKeyboardMouseSoftwareWindows vs. MacOperating SystemComputer ProgramsInstalledExample:Microsoft ProgramsiTunesGames

On Your Screen

RibbonTabsQuick Access ToolbarZoom ControlView ButtonsProject AreaUsing WindowsStarting ProgramsDouble click to open.The program opens in a new window.The program will be represented by a button on the taskbar.Searching within the Computer

Managing Your FilesSaving FilesPlacesFlash/USB DriveFTP to (K:) DriveDesktop

Managing Your Files ContinuedHow to SaveSave vs. Save AsSave As Can rename file so that previous work is not overwrittenSave Saves under current document nameFile TabSave ButtonCTRL + S

Managing Your Files ContinuedTransferring FilesCopy and PasteHot Keys: CTRL C and VRight Click with MouseDrag and DropFTPDeleting FilesRight Click with MouseDelete Key

USB Dos and DontsDoLog in to the computer before inserting flash drive.Push flash drive all the way in.Allow the computer a few moments to recognize the device.DontRemove before properly ejecting.FORGET your flash drive.

FTP and Your (K:) DriveAccess K: drive on UMSL computersSaving DirectlyPrograms Internet & Web Publishing Secure FTPAccess From Your HomeFollow above link at:http://www.umsl.edu/technology/tsc/filestoragespace/index.htmlDownload on Home Computer

FTP and Your (K:) Drive ContinuedTransferringOpen Secure FTP ProgramClick Quick ConnectEnter Username (Your SSO ID)

FTP and Your (K:) Drive ContinuedWhen prompted with this alert CLICK NO

Enter your SSO password

FTP and Your (K:) Drive ContinuedThere are now two screens:Left - contains the files of the computer that you are currently logged on toRight - contains the files within your (K:) drive

FTP and Your (K:) Drive ContinuedOpen the folder that contains the file you wish to transfer.Right click on the file and select:UPLOAD if transferring files to (K:) drive from current computer on the LEFTDOWNLOAD if transferring from (K:) drive on the RIGHT to your current computerRemember to disconnect.File Disconnect

Personalizing Your ComputerAdjust your settings in the Personalization Tab of the Control Panel.

Personalizing Your ComputerYou can select a theme or create your own.Adjust your:BackgroundTask BarSoundsScreen Saver

Adjusting Your BackgroundYou can browse optional photos through the drop down menu or the browse button.

Adjusting Your BackgroundAdjust the fit of the photo on the screen here.You may select multiple photos.Adjust the time between photo changes here.Adjust the random shuffle of the photos here.

Adjusting Your Screen SaverThere are a variety of screen saver options for you to choose from the drop down.Check this box to have your computer direct to your log in screen once you resume working on the computer.Change the amount of idle time required to induce your screen saver here.Preview the screen saver by clicking this button.

Adjusting Your Screen SaverYou can select your own photos as your background.Click the Settings button to make adjustments.Select photos by clicking the browse button.Change the speed at which the photos change here.

Changing Your VisibilityStart > Control panel > Ease of Access Center >Magnifier Tool for DisplayKeyboard will open as a window on your displayChange Size of Text and IconsAdjust Your VolumeClick once on the speaker at the bottom right portion of your screenSlide this bar up and down to adjust

Task ManagerCTRL + ALT + DELETEPrograms Utilities Task ManagerLists all programs CURRENTLY running on the computer.Programs can be closed here.Good solution to minor computer issues.

Useful ToolsAccessoriesSnipping ToolCalculator

Useful Tools: SnippingSnip parts of your screen

UMSL Software

Microsoft Programs: Word

Quick Access ToolbarTabsRibbonView ButtonsZoom ControlProject AreaFont TypeFont SizeOther Font ControlsOther ProgramsMicrosoft Excel, PowerPoint also offeredBlackboard Instant MessengerRegisteringVia MyGatewayAccess and UsePrograms Internet Blackboard IMCan instantly message classmates.Programs for Class

Entertainment SoftwareiTunesWindows Media PlayerQuickTimeMoviemakerAdobe Photoshop