Windows 10

​Beginners

Module 1: Introduction to Windows 10

OBJECTIVES:
  • Describe Windows 10
  • Explain the following terms: app, operating system, server, workstation, and server
  • Differentiate among the various editions of Windows 10
  • Use a touch screen and perform basic mouse operations
  • Run Windows 10 and sign in to an account
  • Identify the objects on the Windows 10 desktop
  • Run an app
  • Navigate within an app
  • Run the File Explorer
  • Switch between apps
  • Customize the Start menu
  • Search for an app or a file
  • Install an app
  • Use the search box
  • Add reminders
  • Sign out of an account and shut down the computer​

Module 2: Working with the Windows 10 Desktop

OBJECTIVES:
  • Create, name, and save a document directly in the Documents folder
  • Use WordPad to print and edit a document
  • Change the view and arrange objects in groups in the Documents folder
  • Create and name a folder in the Documents folder
  • Move documents into a folder
  • Add and remove a shortcut on the Start menu
  • Open a document using a shortcut on the Start menu
  • Open a folder using a desktop shortcut
  • Open, modify and print multiple documents in a folder
  • Delete multiple files and folders
  • Work with the Recycle Bin​

Module 3: File and Folder Management

OBJECTIVES:
  • View the contents of a drive and folder using the This PC window
  • View the properties of files and folders
  • Find files and folders from a folder window
  • Use Shake and Snap to manipulate windows
  • View, copy, and move contents of the Pictures folder
  • ​View and change the properties of a picture
  • Run and use the Photos app
  • View pictures as a slide show
  • Compress a folder and view the contents of a compressed folder
  • Back up files and folders using OneDrive

Module 4: Personalizing Your Work Environment

OBJECTIVES:
  • ​​Differentiate among the various types of user accounts
  • Create user accounts
  • Create a picture password
  • Personalize the lock screen
  • Customize the Start screen
  • Work with multiple desktops
  • Work with and customize the taskbar
  • Display the Action Center
  • View and modify folder options

Beyond the Basics

Module 5: ​Advanced Personalization and Customization

OBJECTIVES:
  • ​​Open the Control Panel and switch views
  • View system information and hardware properties
  • View and configure the Windows Firewall
  • Defragment and optimize a hard drive
  • View and adjust hardware and sound settings
  • View power plan information
  • Change time and region settings
  • Display and adjust ease of access settings
  • View privacy settings
  • Display update and security settings

Module 6: ​Advanced Searching Techniques

OBJECTIVES:
  • Understand advanced searching techniques
  • Find a file by using Boolean operators
  • Search for a file by specifying properties
  • View and modify the index
  • Search for media files using specialized properties
  • Save a search and find a file using a saved search
  • Refine searches using the search box
  • Configure search box settings

Module 7: ​Microsoft Edge

OBJECTIVES:
  • Personalize the home page
  • Use tabbed browsing
  • Display webpages by address
  • Open an InPrivate window
  • Search using the search box
  • Change search providers
  • Find information on a webpage
  • Use Cortana to search the web
  • Use Reading view
  • Save an article to the reading list
  • Add a website to favorites
  • Open items from the Hub
  • Display the favorites bar
  • Annotate and add typed notes to a webpage
  • Save and review web notes

Module 8: ​Mastering Digital Media

OBJECTIVES:
  • Use the Photos app
  • Organize photos using albums
  • Edit album properties
  • Enhance pictures with editing tools
  • Listen to music on a computer or mobile device in the Groove Music app
  • Work with playlists
  • Browse music in the Store
  • Play video on a computer or mobile device using the Movies & TV app
  • Adjust video playback options using controls
  • Modify Closed Captioning settings

Module 9: ​Understanding Security, Networking an Utilities

  • Configure sign-in options
  • Configure family and other user accounts
  • Manage Windows Firewall
  • Configure User Account Control (UAC) settings
  • Protect against computer viruses and malware
  • Enable BitLocker drive encryption
  • Use the Network and Sharing Center
  • ​Create and join a HomeGroup
  • Enable Remote Desktop and Remote Assistance connections
  • Sync settings across devices
  • Run performance tools
  • Back up and restore files
  • Use System Restore features
  • Understand recovery options
  • Configure search box settings

VIDEO TUTORIAL:

Windows 10 Beginners Guide 2018