ABK Bhuiyan
November 23, 2016
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How
to Use a Computer
You
can do a lot of things with a computer. Though it seems very tough to using
computer as a first time user. Now a days computers are built very simpler that
you can find a computer running within a moments! If you are a beginner to computer don’t be
upset just follow the steps bellow:
1.
Getting Started :
a. Setting
up the computer:
· If you
are going to use a desktop you need to find a place and put your desktop and
then connect monitor, keyboard, and mouse and also need to plug power. You can
connect more peripherals and accessories.
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| Setting Desktop/Laptop |
· If you have a new laptop then you need to plug it
into a power source and press power button to open it.
b. Creating a user Account:
If
you are using the computer for first time then you may asked to create a user
account after opening it. The account will hold all your user files like
downloads, pictures, music, documents etc.
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| user account prompt |
· To protect your computer from unauthorized access
you should create a strong password.
· This guide will show you how to create a new user account in Windows 7
· This guide will show you how to make a new user account in Windows 8
· This guide will show you how to make a new user account in OS X
· This guide will show you how to make a new user account in Windows 8
· This guide will show you how to make a new user account in OS X
c. Getting familiar with the desktop:
Desktop
is the main working are of a computer. When you turn on your PC every time
desktop will appear. Mainly it contains shortcuts, icons, and most useful
documents.
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| Desktop |
· Windows operating systems (before windows 8) are
structured by Start menu in the lower-left corner which allows you to quick
access into your settings and programs.
· Windows 8 and newer versions are associated with
a start screen instead of start menu.
· OS X allows you to use multiple desktops at a
time.
d. Learn mouse and keyboard:
You
can interact with the computer by using mouse and keyboard.
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| Mouse and keyboard |
·
Learn how to use a mouse to navigate.
Your mouse allows for pinpoint navigation and control, and is necessary for a wide variety of activities. Getting familiar with how to use the mouse will go a long way towards making you a more proficient computer user.
· Practice some keyboard shortcuts to improve your work flow.
Keyboard shortcuts are combinations of keyboard keys that perform a function in the program or operating system you are using. For example, in most programs that allow saving files, pressing Ctrl+S (⌘ Cmd+S on a Mac) will automatically save your current file.
Software installation is the most common task for every computer user. Most installer give step by step guideline to complete setup process.
Learn how to use a mouse to navigate.
Your mouse allows for pinpoint navigation and control, and is necessary for a wide variety of activities. Getting familiar with how to use the mouse will go a long way towards making you a more proficient computer user.
· Practice some keyboard shortcuts to improve your work flow.
Keyboard shortcuts are combinations of keyboard keys that perform a function in the program or operating system you are using. For example, in most programs that allow saving files, pressing Ctrl+S (⌘ Cmd+S on a Mac) will automatically save your current file.
e. Launching applications:
You can use some preinstalled apps from start menu/ start scree.
- Using apps from start menu
f. Installing applications:
Installing a software!
Software installation is the most common task for every computer user. Most installer give step by step guideline to complete setup process.
