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Windows 10 Essential Training

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Overview

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Get a comprehensive guide to the Windows 10 operating system, including new features included in the October 2020 update.

Syllabus

Introduction
  • Learn Windows 10
  • Use the exercise files
  • Learn with older versions of Windows 10
  • Windows 10 S and other editions
1. Getting Started
  • Understanding the login account
  • First time setup and signing in
  • Sign in, shut down, sleep, and restart
  • Interface with the taskbar and windows
  • Adjust system settings
  • Connect wired and Bluetooth wireless accessories
  • Mouse and trackpad options
  • Use keyboard shortcuts
  • Connecting to the internet
  • Update Windows 10
2. Launch and Use Applications
  • Launch applications from the Start menu or taskbar
  • Quit applications
  • Customize the Start menu and taskbar
  • Multitasking to switch between applications
  • Switch to tablet mode
  • Use touch screen controls in Windows
3. File Explorer: The Windows Filing Cabinet
  • Browse through folders
  • Essential folder structure, including the user folder
  • Use shortcuts to essential folders
  • Make your own shortcuts in File Explorer
  • Customize the File Explorer interface
  • Create and rename folders
  • Move and copy files
  • Delete files and folders
  • Zip and unzip archive files
  • Save files within an application
  • Use an external drive or memory stick
4. Work with the Desktop
  • Organize items on the desktop
  • Change the wallpaper and other visuals
5. Work with Bundled Applications
  • Use bundled applications
  • Use the bundled Office apps
  • Organize and edit photos
  • Browse the web with Edge
  • Clear your web browsing history
6. Work with Mail, Address Book, and Calendars
  • Link online accounts to Mail, People, and Calendar
  • Work with the Mail app
  • Essential settings in the Mail app
  • Use the Calendar
  • Manage your contacts in the People app
7. Install and Manage Applications
  • Set app privacy and permissions
  • Install applications from Microsoft Store
  • Install applications from the web or install disk
  • Uninstall applications
  • Set up a printer
8. Manage Notifications
  • Manage notifications
  • Disable notifications with Focus Assist
9. Account Settings
  • Manage multiple user accounts
  • Change password and sign-in options
  • Change your login account type
10. Cortana and Windows Search
  • Use Windows Search
  • Use Cortana for voice commands
11. Share Data between Devices
  • Link a phone to Windows
  • Use Nearby sharing between computers
12. Backup
  • Set up a backup
Conclusion
  • Find more training opportunities for Windows

Taught by

Nick Brazzi

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