Volume 1 - Highlights
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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
1. Welcome and Introduction
2. Introduction to Computer Hardware
- Computer Components Introduction
- Discussing Computer Hardware
- Using a Mouse
3. Introduction to Windows XP Desktop and File System
- The Windows Desktop Discussed
- Working with Applications
- Saving, Moving, and Renaming Files
- Using Folders and My Docuemtns
- Viewing computer contents with "My Computer"
4. Security
- Security and Virus Threats Explained
- Using Virus Protection Software
- Turning on Automatic Updates
- 6 Security Best Practices
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. Email Basics
- Setting up Outlook Express
- Send and Receive Email
- Using Pictures and Attachments with Email
7. Digital Photo Basics
- Downloading Pictures from Email
- Managing and Viewing Photos
- Changing your Desktop Background
8. Printing
- Printing Driving Directions from the Web
9. Help I'm Frozen!
- Dealing with a Frozen Program
Click for our lesson samples.
Running Time: 1 hour 41 min
Volume 2 - Highlights
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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
1. Welcome and Introduction
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
Click for our lesson samples.
Running Time: 1 hour 23 min
What Customers are Saying
"I'm 48 yrs. old and just bought my first pc and knew absolutely nothing about it or how to use it.
The Tech Tutor Videos volumes 1 & 2 have been a tremedous help, I have learned so much from them. I look forward to ordering more products in
the future."
- Sandy B.
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My son is a network computer engineer and has been a great help but ...
I today received your Introduction [CD-ROM] and Wow!.
I am only on the third chapter but it is so helpful and easy to comprehend even
for a senior citizen! Anxious to finish [CD-ROM] so I can order another one!
I am more than pleased."
- Barbara R
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