Computer Basics: Unit Standards 2780 and 2781

An introduction to computers and their use, this manual explains how a computer's components interact. You will learn how to operate a computer, manage files and work safely and ethically in the Windows 7 environment.

• PC hardware: processor, memory, storage, input, output
• PC software: system software and application software
• Start up and shut down
• Edit a word processing document
• Work with and create a spreadsheet
• Edit and print database data
• Create your own graphics
• Browse the Internet
• Search for files
• Organise files with folders and libraries
• Access rights
• File properties
• Maintain your computer
• Ensure your physical well-being
• Protect your computer from threats
• Operate a computer ethically