Intro to windows 2007
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Windows 2007 is a computer operating system with a graphical user interface (GUI) that uses icons and windows to help users interact with programs and files. The desktop interface features a start menu for launching programs, folders for storing files, and icons for common programs. Users can open and close programs, documents, and folders by clicking icons and buttons with a mouse. They can also resize and move windows around the desktop. Keyboard shortcuts provide alternative commands for common tasks like opening the start menu or minimizing windows. Flash drives and network folders can be used to save and transfer files between computers. Files and folders can be organized, renamed, copied, moved or deleted through drag and drop or right click menu options.
Intro to windows 2007
- 1. Intro to Windows 2007Computer Operating System
- 2. Windows 2007Used to run Application ProgramsWordExcelAccessPowerPointUser InterfaceCombination of hardware and software to communicate and control the computerGoal is to be user-friendlyGUI is user interface that uses graphics or icons to communicate with user and computer
- 3. Welcome ScreenShows names of usersClicking user and keying password begins the “logging on” processClicking the “Turn off computer” at bottom shuts down the computer
- 4. Windows 2007 User InterfaceTo communicate with operating system, you can use a “mouse”Wireless or cable-connected deviceCommon tasks are pointing and clickingPointingMove mouse across flat surface until resting on item of choiceClickingPressing and releasing the primary mouse button (left mouse button)Must point to an item before clicking it
- 5. Windows 2007 DesktopDisplaying the Start MenuMenuA list of related commands that perform a specific actionSteps to display Start MenuDisplay All Programs submenuDisplay the Accessories submenuClose the Start Menu
- 6. Windows 2007 FoldersFoldersNamed location on computer where files are storedEach is identified by folder icon and folder nameAdding a folder to desktop or storage deviceRight-click on desktopClick newClick folder Key name for folderDrag (hold left mouse button down) and place folder in location of choice
- 7. Window 2007 Desktop IconOpening a desktop iconDouble-click(press and release the left mouse twice quickly while on the icon)Once displayed, Minimize or Maximize windowThe title bar of the window displayed contains the minimize and maximize buttonsMinimize –no longer active window, but still open – title on task bar at bottom of screenMaximize –enlarging the window so it fits the entire screenRestore – replaces the maximize button and puts the window in original size before maximizingClose –click the X on the title bar of the window – removes it from the task bar
- 8. Windows 2007 – Moving/sizing windowsMoving a window by draggingDrag – hold down left mouse button, move to desired location, then release buttonSizing by dragging – point to any border or corner of window until 2-headed arrow appears, then pull upward, downward or side-to-side to enlarge windowScrolling window – to view information that is not visible in the windowClick scroll arrowsClick scroll barDrag scroll box
- 9. Windows 2007 – Expanding/CollapsingExpanding an area of a windowDouble down arrow is displayed when collapsedClick to “open” the area to see all available features/optionsCollapsing an area of a windowDouble up arrow is displayed when expandedClick to “close” the area so that only titles are displayed
- 10. Windows 2007 – Keyboard ShortcutsKeyboard shortcutsPressing a single key (such as ENTER)Pressing and holding down one key and pressing a second key (CTRL+ESC)Windows XP HELPPress the F1 key Display Start MenuHold down the CTRL key and press the ESC key (CTRL+ESC)
- 11. Windows 2007 – using flashdrivePlug USB flash drive into USB port on computerDrive name may be G: or F: depending on which of the two ports you place the FlashdriveCreating Folder on FlashdriveRight-click on whitespace after opening the flashdriveChoose NEW, then FolderName the folder BCA1st, BCA2nd or BCA3rdOpen the folderCreate a new folder following the first 3 bullets except give the folder your nameCreate a new folder again in your folder with name of the chapter (ex. Wordch1)Save all files created in Word Ch1 in this folder
- 12. Windows 2007-thawspaceCreate a folder just like the folder on your flashdrive on ThawspaceFollow same directions as on Flashdrive except open Thawspace through My ComputerRemember to save to both Flashdrive and Thawspace each time you save a file.This is your BACKUP – extra storage location in case one location becomes corrupt or file is lost
- 13. Windows 2007 – protect filesWhen saving files, password protect so that no one can use your files except youTo password protect each file, click Office Button at top left corner of screen. Choose Save As to first save the fileChoose Prepare, then choose Encrypt Document from the submenuKey your password, then confirm the password again (use your student ID)You will always need to key password to open document each time you use it
- 14. Windows 2007 – file managementDisplaying contents of a folderDouble-click on folder to reveal its contentsTo move or copy folder or files within, right-click and select files or more than one file by holding down the CTRL keyChoose move or copy from the side menu ORDRAG the file to its destination Renaming a fileRight-click on the folder or file, then choose rename from the shortcut menuKey the new name of the folder or file while the old name is selected