This document provides an overview of an introductory computer basics course being held at the Ewing Branch Library. It outlines what will be covered in the class, including computer hardware, software, the desktop interface, using a browser and the internet. Specific topics that will be covered are the monitor, memory, hard drive, floppy disk, CD drive and USB drives that make up basic computer hardware. The class will also cover using programs like Microsoft Word and an internet browser, as well as performing basic functions like saving files and printing.

1. Welcome to Computer Basics Ewing Branch Library Computer Training Laverne Mann, Trainer [email_address]

2. Don’t be afraid! Computer waits for you! Microsoft Windows XP – Operating system allows us to use the computer

3. What will we work on together today? Computer Hardware and Software What is the desktop? Parts of the Window

4. Computer Hardware External : Monitor Printer Internal: Memory [RAM temp] Microprocessor chip

5. Internal Hard drive [C drive] Floppy disk drive [A drive] CD drive [D drive] Flash or Jump drive [E, F drive] “Removable disk” or Brand Name

6. Turn the computer on! Press power button ‘ Desktop’ loaded with software, icons Start button- Programs you have TASK BAR on bottom Start , click once, All Programs

7. Software-- Microsoft Word Minimize, Maximize, Close X

8. SAVE, SAVE, SAVE! Type Your Name 1.File , Save As 2.Where? Save in 3.File Name?

9. Files are.. {Word, Excel} Store in Folders Find and print a file – CompBasics folder on Desktop Intro to Word Mon 10 AM Or Practice Word/Internet

10. Internet Explorer ( A browser ) Click Blue E, press enter

11. IE7 The Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 toolbar, address and tabs. Back. Lets you return to pages you've viewed, beginning with the most recent. Once a month classes: Practice Word/Internet- Mon 10 AM Internet Basics –Tues 6:30 PM

12. You should know… Triangle or arrow-- more options Glossary of Terms- (handout) Clicking, Browser, Link, URL Practice at home or at the library. www.mcl.org Weblinks- Computer tutorials

13. Practice – It can be fun! Fun Websites!: www.aarp.com/fun Puzzles, games, books http://local.yahoo.com www.hallmark.com Free e-cards! http://maps.google.com/ Maps or driving directions!

14. Evaluation form Handouts Thank you for your time!