computer beginners
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Computer Workshops
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Computer Beginner’s Course
Agenda
What is a ComputerWhat are Windows
Terms – We should knowHardware – We Should
UnderstandSoftware – We need to install
Hardware• Case• Power switch• Reset switch• Hard drive• Floppy• CD/DVD• Serial ports• Parallel port• USB port
• Keyboard/mouse• Network card• Modem• Sound card• Video card• RAM• Motherboard• Fan• Cables
Basic Components of a Computer
What is all that!!
Review
Now you know it!
Quiz!
Software
Software
System Application
Software
Operating
systems
Linux Windows Mac
Some Terms
A: Floppy disk C: Local disk D: Local disk (partition)
RAM = Random Access Memory.
DIRECTORY = An organizational structure
DOCUMENT = A file created using an application.
APPLICATION = A program that allows a computer to perform a certain function.
Terms to Know
Connecting to Internet
How do we connect?
• Viruses are programs that reproduce themselves into the files of your
computer
• Anti-virus software and automatic update
– Mcafee Virus Scan
– AVG (Free)
– Panda Active Scan
Do not open any unexpected attachments that are e-mailed to you.
(Particularly “.exe” files.)
Viruses
What do we use?
Email AccountsSearch EnginesDownload SoftwareVisit WebsitesBlogs/ForumsAlHudaLiveAudio & Video
Can we make email accounts?Can we send emails comfortably?Can we search for any info easily?
Do we know the file formats?Can we transfer files?
Do we know how to join discussion boards?
Analyze!
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• Printable versions on blog
Day 1 - Project
Join Al Huda Forums
Post on Al Huda Blog
Research & Email me that before Midnight
(Topics: Dawah & Health)
Review
Quiz1. What is Computer Hardware?
2. What is Computer Software?
3. Can you operate a Computer with out the Computer Software?
4. How can Computer Software help your business?
5. What are Computer Input devices?
6. What are Computer Output devices?
7. Where is the Mother Board located?
8. Name a couple of Computer Software.
9. Define Internet
10. How would the Internet help your business?