Transcript Chapter 2

Practical PC, 7th Edition
Chapter 2: Working with Windows
Working with Windows
• FAQs
– How do I use the Start Screen?
– What is the Windows desktop?
– How do I use the desktop taskbar?
– How do I access the PC Settings panel?
– What is the Control Panel?
– Does it matter if I’m using a touchscreen?
– How do I access Windows Help?
• Technology
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How do I use the Start Screen?
• Once logged in, the Windows 8 Start screen is
displayed
– Start screen displays an array of colorful tiles
– Tiles represent applications, storage areas, and
links to social media sites
– Tiles can be dragged or selected using a mouse,
your finger, or a stylus.
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How do I use the Start Screen?
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How do I use the Start Screen?
– Press the
to return to the Start
screen from any application
– Live tiles pull content from applications or storage
areas and display it within the tile
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How do I use the Start Screen?
– Start screen contains a built-in search function
– Search function can be used to find:
• Apps
– Preset search best used for apps for which there is no tile
• Settings
• Files
• Listed Applications
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How do I use the Start Screen?
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What is the Windows desktop?
• Windows desktop is the gateway for many of
the tasks performed with the computer
– Select the Desktop tile from the Start screen to
begin
– Desktop can display application windows,
message windows called dialog boxes, and icons
– Desktop icons can be arranged in numerous ways
– New folder and file icons can also be created for
quick access to used frequently documents
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What is the Windows desktop?
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What is the Windows desktop?
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How do I use the Start menu?
• Click the Start button to access the Start menu
– Frequently-used programs are displayed on the
left
– All Programs option gives you access to more
programs
– Search box can help you quickly find programs
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How do I use the Start menu?
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How do I use the desktop taskbar?
• Taskbar is located at the bottom of the
Windows desktop
– It holds a variety of controls
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How do I use the desktop taskbar?
– Point to each taskbar button to see a ScreenTip,
which pops up to identify unlabeled buttons
– Application buttons represent open or “running”
applications
– Notification area displays icons that provide status
information and shortcuts to utilities
• Current date and time
• Internet access
• Hidden icons
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How do I use the desktop taskbar?
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How do I access the PC Settings panel?
• PC Settings is a panel of options used to
modify and customize the way Windows looks
and works
– Accessed from the Charms menu that appears
when pointer is moved to one of the corners of
the screen, or when user swipes in from the right
edge of a touchscreen
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How do I access the PC Settings panel?
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How do I access the PC Settings panel?
– Options on PC Setting panel are most relevant for
tablet users, for customizing the Start screen, and
for changing the password
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What are gadgets?
• Gadgets are mini-applications designed to
display information that is constantly changing
– Examples of gadget topics include the time of day,
local weather, headline news, photo slide shows,
or statistics about how hard your computer’s
microprocessor is working
• Several gadgets are included with Windows 7
• Gadgets work best if your computer has a
widescreen display device
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What are gadgets?
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What’s in the Accessories folder?
• Accessories folder includes:
– Windows Explorer
– Paint
– Notepad and WordPad
– Snipping Tool
– Calculator
– Sound Recorder
• Subfolders include System Tools and Ease of
Access
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What’s in the Accessories folder?
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What is the Control Panel?
• Control Panel contains important tools for
configuring and customizing Windows
including:
– Date and time
– Default programs
– Device and Printers
– Display
– Internet Options
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What is the Control Panel?
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Does it matter if I am using a
touchscreen?
• Windows 8 has a dual personality
– Offers a flexible desktop designed to be used with
keyboard and mouse
• Inherited from earlier versions of Windows
• Useful on large screen devices
• Can display multiple windows at one time
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Does it matter if I am using a
touchscreen?
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Does it matter if I am using a
touchscreen?
– Tips for using Windows 8 with a large display
device
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Does it matter if I am using a
touchscreen?
– Also contains elements designed for touchscreen
devices
• Useful on small screen devices
• Sometimes referred to as RT or Metro
• Elements feature large icons, well-spaced menus, and
applications that are used one at a time
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touchscreen?
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Does it matter if I am using a
touchscreen?
– Tips for using Windows 8 with a touchscreen
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How do I access Windows Help?
• The Windows Help and Support Center is the
gateway to Windows manuals, FAQs and
troubleshooting wizards
– Type Help at the Start screen
– If more information is needed, use a search
engine to search for user groups, online forums,
or articles.
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How do I access Windows Help?
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Technology
• System Software
– Is dedicated to the internal operation of the
computer
– Divided into two categories: operating systems
and system utilities
– Operating systems
• Are vital pieces of software
• Set standards for the on-screen controls displayed by all
application software
• Detect equipment failure
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– Operating systems con’t
• Maintain security
• Manage storage space
• Communicate with all devices connected to the
computer
• Available operating systems include Windows, OS X
(Apple computers), and Linux (primarily on servers that
handle network communications, e-mail systems, and
Web sites).
• Windows RT, iOS, and Android are used on tablet
computers and smart phones
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– System utilities
• Add functionality to the operating system
• Enable customization of the screen-based work
environment
• Set up communication between computer and
peripheral devices
• Enhance computer’s security
• When adjusting from the Control Panel or PC Settings
panel, systems utilities are being used
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• Windows operating system
– One of today’s most popular operating systems
– Evolved through several generations
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– Windows 8 is available in several editions
• Standard and Pro, which are designed for individuals
and small businesses using desktop and laptop
computers
• Enterprise, which is designed for businesses that have
in-house and remote workers
• RT, which is for tablet computers
– Windows is available in 32 bit and 64 bit editions
• Type System in the Start menu’s Search box and select
Settings to determine which edition is being used
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Technology
• Device Drivers
– Software that help peripheral devices establish
communication with a computer
– Used by printer, monitors, wired networks,
modems, storage devices, mice, videogame
controllers, and scanners
– Usually run in the background
– Type device driver at the Start screen and select
Settings; select Device Manager to check status of
a device, change its settings, or check for updated
drivers
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Which version of Windows
do I have?
• An operating system is the core piece of software on
your PC
• The latest Windows version is Windows 7
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Starter
Home Premium
Professional
Ultimate
• To discover which version and edition of Windows
you’re using, enter System in the Start menu’s Search
box and then click the System option
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Which version of Windows
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Which version of Windows
do I have?
• Past Windows versions include:
– Windows 3.1
– Windows 95
– Windows 98
– Windows Me (Millennium Edition)
– Windows XP
– Windows Vista
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