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USB....................................................................................................................................................... 6
Mouse ................................................................................................................................................. 12
Glossary ............................................................................................................................................. 17
Additional Resources...................................................................................................................... 22
References: ...................................................................................................................................... 22
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Computer Basics
Introduction
This is a computer:
Central
Monitor
Processing
Unit (CPU)
Mouse
Keyboard
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Monitor
Every computer has a monitor. The size of the computer screen is
expressed in inches. The standard size of a computer screen is 17 inches.
A larger screen always makes it easier to see the small elements, such as
screens measuring 19 inches or more. New monitors are referred to as
“flat screens”. Flat screens use less space and electricity.
CD-ROM’s are silvery plastic disks that look just like music CD’s.
Application software (programs) usually come written on these. Special
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kinds of CD’s (CD-R & CD-RW) can be used to store large amounts of data.
Most CD-Rom’s can store around 700-800 MB of data.
SD Cards are another storage disk. The SD (Secure Digital) Memory Card
is a highly-sophisticated memory device about the size of a postage
stamp. The most popular usage for SD Cards is for digital cameras.
1.4 MB
3 ¼” diskette
700-800MB
CD-ROM
512 MB – Up to 16GB
USB Travel/Flash Drive
512 MB – Up to 16GB
SD Card
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USB
USB stands for "Universal Serial Bus." USB is the most common type of
computer port used in today's computers. It can be used to connect
keyboards, mice, game controllers, printers, scanners, digital
cameras, and removable media drives, just to name a few. USB
is usually located in the front of the computer or the back of
the computer.
Keyboard
The keyboard is one of the primary input devices for entering data into
the computer.
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Enter Key
The other “Enter” key is located by the numeric keypad. The numeric
keypad is very similar to how a calculator is set up. The enter key on the
numeric pad also functions the same as the other enter key.
Space Bar
Backspace Key
The backspace key will remove or delete the characters to the left of the
cursor.. Pressing and releasing the key will delete multiple
characters. Holding the backspace down will erase very
quickly.. Be careful you may erase more than intended.
Delete Key
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be used to erase large amounts of text by the highlighting and pressing
the delete key.
Shift Key
The shift key has two functions. When you press the
shift key at the same time as an alphabet key,
key the
alphabetical will appear as an upper case letter. When you
press the shift key at the same time as one of the
number keys at the top of the keyboard that includes
symbols, it will type the symbols, such as $ and #.
Caps Lock
Tab
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Escape Key
The ESC key is located at the top left corner of your keyboard.
Sometimes
etimes when we click by accident and a menu box will
appear, you can use the ESC key to make it go away. Your
other option is to merely click away from the menu box using
your mouse.
Control Key
Alt Key
Like the Ctrl key, the Alt key is another combination for
menu short cuts. For example, Alt + F will open the File
Menu or Alt + E will open the edit menu.
Windows Key
The windows key is located between the Ctrl and Alt keys. This button
will open your start menu in windows
windows.
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Arrow Keys
Numeric Keypad
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Keyboard Shortcuts
Task Command
Copy CTRL
CTRL+c TIP
TIP:
Cut CTRL+
CTRL+x
Paste CTRL+
CTRL+v Hold CTRL Key and
Undo CTRL+
CTRL+z Letter Key down at
Delete right of the Delete the same time.
cursor
Delete left of the Delete
cursor
Close the Current ALT+
ALT+F4 (function
Window key)
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Mouse
Along
long with the keyboard, the mouse is one of the primary input devices
used with today's computers. The computer
omputer mouse is
available in a wide variety types and colors. The mouse’s
mouse
main function is to “click”. Each mouse has a left and right
button. The left button is for “double
“double-click”
click” and “click, hold
and drag”. The right button is “right
“right-click”.
TIP:
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Exercise #1:
1. Turn the Computer On. You should see a “green” light somewhere
indicating the computer is on.
2. Turn the monitor on.
3. Give the Computer time to “boot
“boot”.
4. To turn the Computer Off
Off, Windows has to go through a “Shut
Down”
5. Using your mouse, scroll over and put the pointer arrow on the
“Start” and click once.
6. Scroll your mouse over the “Shut Down” area and click once.
7. Scroll your mouse over the “Turn Off” area and click once.
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Exercise #2:
Mousing
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Exercise #3:
Keyboarding
For this exercise, you will need to use WordPad. WordPad is pre-installed
pre
on each computer and is a basic word processor.
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My Name is _______. My teacher’s name is April. (Hint: use the
space bar between words and sentences.)
11. In the last sentence, erase the word “the”. (Hint: use the delete or
backspace key to erase the word).
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Glossary
Application software
Software that helps the user do useful or entertaining things - like write
letters, browse the Web, send email, track expenses, and play games.
Examples: Word, Excel, Quicken.
Boot
Term used when the computer is turned on and goes through its
sequences of programming commands.
Browser
CD-ROM
These are the silvery plastic disks that look just like music CD’s.
Application software (programs) usually come written on these. Special
kinds of CD’s (CD-R, & CD-RW) can be used to store large amounts of
data. Most CD-Rom’s can store around 700-800 MB of data.
The part of the computer that is box-like, usually the size of a medium to
large briefcase, with slots for disks and connectors on the back. Inside
this box are the microprocessor, disk drives and other elements that
work together to do the actual computing.
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E-mail
Floppy Disk
This is a somewhat floppy coated disk housed inside a plastic case about
the size of a square beverage coaster. When the floppy is inserted into
the appropriate slot in the system unit, it is used to store files. After
saving a file on the floppy, the disk can be removed and used on another
computer. It can also serve as a backup for files on the computer’s hard
drive. Floppy disks only hold 1 MB of storage.
Keyboard
This is organized like a regular typewriter keyboard and has some extra
keys for special functions. It attaches to the system unit with a cord,
bluetooth, or wireless.
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Monitor (or display)
The monitor is the part of the computer that looks like a small TV and
shows you what is going on. Usually it has 2 cords: one for electrical
power and the other for connecting to the system unit.
Mouse
This device is about the size of a pack of cigarettes and allows the
computer user to select from options displayed on the screen. By sliding
the mouse around on a flat surface (usually a thin foam pad) the user
moves a pointer on the screen. When the tip of the pointer is positioned
over the desired item, the user clicks the mouse (a single or double click)
to select the item. The mouse connects by a single cord, Bluetooth or
wireless to the system unit.
Network
When you have two or more computers connected to each other, you have
a network. The purpose of a network is to enable the sharing of files and
information between multiple systems.
Operating System
Program
Software which helps the user do useful or entertaining things like write
letters, browse the Web, send email, track expenses, play games.
Programs are also referred to as applications.
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RAM
Save
To save your work on the computer means to store it on a disk (hard disk,
floppy disk, CD-ROM, travel/flash drive) so that it is available for
retrieval later. System malfunctions can wipe out text or work that has
been entered but not saved, so it’s a good idea to save your work often –
perhaps every 15 minutes. Even though you may not have finished, saving
your work locks in the progress you’ve made.
Software
The part of the computer that is box-like, usually the size of a medium to
large briefcase with slots for disks and connectors on the back. Inside
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this box are the microprocessor, disk drives and other elements that
work together to do the actual computing.
USB
Stands for "Universal Serial Bus." USB is the most common type of
computer port used in today's computers. It can be used to connect
keyboards, mice, game controllers, printers, scanners, digital cameras, and
removable media drives, just to name a few.
Windows
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Need extra computer time?
The Leon County Library has computers are available for public use during
regular library hours on a first-come, first served basis. Each patron is
given 2 - one hour sessions on Internet computers. Printing is available
and shall be limited to a reasonable amount.
The Tallahassee Senior Center has computers available for seniors use
during regular hours. For additional information call: 891-4000.
Additional Resources
Computer History - http://www.computerhistory.org/
References:
2007. Stuur, Addo. Windows XP for Seniors. ISBN: 978-90-5905-044-0.
Http://visualsteps.com
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