Basic Computer Skills for Beginners
4-day Computer Course
Monday, October 21
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Oxon Hill
Small Meeting RoomNew to using computers? Do you need a refresher? This beginner's course for adults will introduce you to some basic computer terminology and lead you through practice activities to help you develop your digital literacy skills. Most importantly, you will gain the confidence you need to make effective use of your computer. Join us in a 4-day course where participants will be able to:
- Identify basic computer components and operating system features
- Execute basic mouse techniques
- Perform basic keyboard strokes and functions
- Identify and navigate the features of the Desktop
- Open and exit software programs
- Identify and navigate the various toolbars of the Windows environment
- Create and save a document to the Desktop or to a flash drive (please bring your own flash drive)
Four-day series; Monday through Thursday from 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm.
Day 1: Monday, October 21st - Hardware & Mouse Skills Practice
Day 2: Tuesday, October 22nd - Software & Keyboard Practice
Day 3: Wednesday, October 23rd - File Management
Day 4: Thursday, October 24th - Internet & Email
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