Introduction to Computers and the Internet
Featuring Windows Vista

Overview

Information rich, yet easy to follow, these videos are the best way to develop basic knowledge of computer components, Microsoft Windows Vista®, email, internet, security, virus protection, and digital images. The instruction is simple, succinct, and without unnecessary technical jargon.

Volume 1 - Highlights

• We answer the questions you may have been too afraid to ask. Friends and family speak compter, email, and internet terms so quickly, it can make you dizzy! We start slow, avoid the tech-speak and give you straight explanations without expecting previous computer experience.
• Gain confidence with your computer! We cover the important stuff to help you understand how to find,open and work with applications like Microsoft Word. And once you've created a file, well show you where to put it so you can find it!
• Get safe on the web by getting smarter! Yes you may have heard some frightening things out there about web safety, but we don't want these fears keeping you from using the internet. We discuss the key security things you should know, to safely explore the web.
• Get comfortable with email...fast! Want to stay up to speed with family and friends. We'll cover email basics and get you writing emails and sending pictures in mere minutes.

Volume 1 - Video Contents

2. Introduction to Computer Hardware
   - Computer Components Introduction
   - Discussing Computer Hardware
   - Using a Mouse

3. Introduction to Windows Vista Desktop
   - The Windows Vista Desktop Discussed
   - Working with Shortcut Icons
   - The Windows Sidebar
   - Using Folders and My Documents
   - Viewing computer contents with My Computer

4. Working with Files and Folders
   - Windows Frames
   - Working with Folders and Folder Views
   - Creating, Saving, and Renaming Files
   - Using Folders and My Documents
   - Viewing computer contents with Computer
   - Using Vista Help

5. Introduction to the Internet
   - Connecting to the Internet
   - Using Internet Explorer
   - Changing Your Internet Home Page
   - Search the Internet
   - Saving Favorite Web Sites

6. Security
   - Security and Virus Threats Explained
   - Using Virus Protection Software
   - Turning on Automatic Updates
   - Windows Firewall and Windows Defender
   - Security Best Practices

7. Email Basics
   - Setting up Windows Mail
   - Send and Receive Email
   - Using Pictures and Attachments with Email

8. Digital Photo Basics
   - Downloading Pictures from Email
   - Managing and Viewing Photos
   - Changing your Desktop Background

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Running Time: 2 hour 40 min

Volume 2 - Highlights

• You wear shoes that fit, you want your computer to fit too! Working on a computer that hasn't been customized for you is like walking in the wrong size shoes... you can get where you're trying to go, but the trip isn't that fun. We teach you how to customize the look, feel, and operation of you computer to work best for you.....ahhhhh!
• Add and remove programs! Clear the junk of old programs you never use by removing them. And make room to install some fun things. We also share the best place to find, review, and install free (or try-before-buy) software.
• Perk up that slow computer! If you machine is acting sleepy, give it a wake up call. We'll show you maintenance tools already on your computer that will help remove clutter and speed up access to your data.
• Focused on Fun! In volume 2, we wanted to make sure we leave plenty of time for the "fun side of computers". We discuss playing games, finding and playing internet radio, listening to CDs, essential internet sites, and even blogs and blogging.

Volume 2 - Video Contents

2. Customizing Windows
   - Control Panel Explained
   - Customizing Your Display
   - Adjusting Your Mouse

3. Installing and Removing Software
   - Downloading and Installing Software from the Internet
   - Using add/remove Programs

4. Managing Email
   - Organizing Email Folders
   - Dealing with Junk Mail
   - Using an Address Book
   - Using Email Spell Check

5. Basic Computer Maintenance
   - Running Disk Clean Up Wizard
   - Improving Performance with Disk Defragmenter & Check Disk

6. Entertainment on Your Computer
   - Crosswords, Single Player & multiplayer Games
   - Playing Music on Your PC

7. Essential Internet Sites
   - A review of Today's best websites

8. Blogs & Blogging
   - Blogging Explained
   - Creating Your Own Blog

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Running Time: 2 hour 20 min

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