1.1,2-computer basics (计算机基础).pptVIP

Chapter 1 Computer Basics What We’ll Cover Today A brief overview of two popular ways to use a computer: Internet Word processing software Remember . . . First Things First No matter what computer software you use, you’ll need to use a mouse and type with a keyboard. Telling the Computer What to Do Keyboards are similar to typewriters with some additional keys! Learning to Type at the Library Mouse Skills Move the pointer to the item you want to click on. This is called pointing. Press the left mouse button while holding the mouse very still. This is called clicking. Click ONCE most of the time. Click the LEFT button most of the time. What is Software? There are two types of software: Operating systems and programs Today, we’ll use these kinds of programs: Browser software to search the Internet Word processing software to create and save electronic documents Browser Software All websites use browser software. Websites are collections of electronic files including text, pictures, sound, and moving images. Every website has a unique address. To use E-mail You need to have your own e-mail account. You can sign up for a free e-mail account at the library. The library offers two classes, E-mail Basics and Intermediate E-mail, where you can learn more. Hands-On Practice! Word Processing Software Why Use Word Processing? Create and then change or edit documents in electronic format Store word processing documents electronically on disks, CD ROMs, and flash drives Share electronic files with others using disks, drives, or e-mail Word Processing Skills Good mouse and keyboard skills Ability to read software menus (commands or instructions) Where to Learn More Hennepin County Library Community Education SeniorNet – Low-cost classes for adults ages 50+ that are taught by senior volunteers Minneapolis 612-659-6253 Maple Grove 763-494-6514 Class Survey Class Survey When you work with a computers, you are doin