CIS 250, M1 RN1 Poatsy et al 2016 PDF

Preview

Summary

Reading Notes, Ch. 1 Poatsy et al 2016 CIS 250...

Description

Poatsy, M. and Grauer, R. (2016) Exploring Getting Started with Microsoft Windows 10, United States: Pearson.

Windows 10 eText, Getting Started SERIES: (ex - ploring) 1. Investigating in a systematic way: examining. 2. Searching into or ranging over for the purpose of discovery.

● ●

Getting started with Microsoft Windows 10 Ed. Mary Anne Poatsy

CHAPTER ONE Getting Started with Microsoft Windows 10: Working with an Operating System (p. 2) LEARNING OUTCOMES: - Manage Windows 10 environment through desktop and other components - Organize files/folders using Windows 10 features/tools Key Features: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

How/Why Approach - beyond “point and click”, application of Microsoft Office Skills White Pages/Yellow Pages - distinguish theory (white pages) from skills covered in Hands-on Exercises (yellow pages) Case Study - scenario, story to tie in exercises Hands-On Exercise Videos - tied to each exercise; walk through steps while “weaving in conceptual information related to Case study/objectives overall Outcomes focus - higher level learning goals, through discreet objectives and skills Enhanced Objective Mapping - follow directed path from objectives list at chapter opener through exercises at the end Application Capstone - test on entire contents of a single application MOS Certification Guide - interested in MOS exam

Student Resources: ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Student Data Files www.pearsonhighered.com/exploring - access student data files to complete exercises Available in MyITLab Hands-on Exercise Videos - review/study concepts taught in Hands-on exercises Audio PowerPoints - lecture review of chapter content with narration Multiple Choice Quizzes - answering auto-graded questions to study Topic-Based Simulations - practice simulated Windows 10 environment using hi-fidelity HTML 5 simulations

●

eText - available

LEARNING OUTCOMES: ● You will manage the Windows 10 environment through the desktop and other components. ● You will organize files and folders using Windows 10 features and tools. Windows 10 Fundamentals ● ● ●

Two types of software on computer: 1. Application and 2. System software Application software: email, gaming, social networking, digital photo management, productivity software (word processing, spreadsheet, presentation applications) (p. 4) “As essential as these applications may be yo you for entertainment or for accomplishing a specific task, system software is the essential software that the computer needs. Without system software, your computer could not function. System software includes the operating system and utility programs, and helps to run application software, manage your files, and manage system resources and other computer activities.” (p. 4)

UNDERSTAND THE WINDOWS 10 INTERFACE Pin an App to Start menu; Create Start Menu Group Rename Start Menu Group; Move Tile; Resize Tile Pin an App to the Taskbar

4

MANAGE AND USE THE DESKTOP AND COMPONENTS Create Virtual Desktop; Minimize, Close, Restore Down, Maximize; Snap Windows USE WINDOWS 10 SEARCH FEATURES Search Using Cortana; Manage Cortana Settings; Get Help HANDS-ON EXERCISE 1: Windows 10 Fundamentals

10

File Management USE FILE EXPLORER Create Folders; Pin a Folder to Quick Access; Work with Files and Folders; Rename a Folder; Delete a Folder SELECT, COPY, AND MOVE MULTIPLE FILES AND FOLDERS Copy a File; Move a Folder COMPRESS FILES AND FOLDERS 30 Compress a Folder; Extract Files from a Compressed Folder HANDS-ON EXERCISE 2: File Management Windows System and Security Features

14

17

24

29

32

WORK WITH SECURITY SETTINGS AND SOFTWARE Use the Action Center; Modify Windows Defender Settings; Review File History Settings; Modify Windows Update Settings; Modify Firewall Settings WORK WITH ADMINISTRATIVE TOOLS Use Systems Monitor; Use Disk Cleanup HANDS-ON EXERCISE 3: Windows System and Security Features

36

40

43

CASE STUDY / Cedar Grove Elementary School State technology grant, fifth grade computer lab - Lesson plans unit on operating system basics Unit on introduction to application software Not all students exposed to computers at home, especially those configured to Windows 10 Material include basic Windows 10 instructions, as well as general overview of file management. Starting Files: Blank Word Document Files to Submit: win01h3Windows10_LastFirst Windows 10 Fundamentals ● ● ● ● ● ●

2 types of software: application and system Application software = programs for email, gaming, social networking, digital photo management Includes productivity software - word processing, spreadsheet, presentation apps System software - allows computer to function; includes: operating system, utility programs Helps run application software, manage files/system resources, other computer activities How to work with Windows 10 operating system (OS) features; setting up M-account, start/shut down; configure Start menu and taskbar (manage programs and apps).

UNDERSTAND THE WINDOWS 10 INTERFACE ●

4

Latest MOS, desktops, laptops, cell phones, tablets; explore how to use and computer management and security features

Sign In to a Microsoft Account ● Create free Microsoft account (access Outlook.com, Xbox Live, OneDrive - free cloud storage, Office Online); sync information across all devices for consistent user experience Access Sleep and Power Settings ● power saving state puts work and settings in memory; draws small amount of power allowing computer to resume full-power operation quickly ● Start → Settings → System → Power & Sleep ● Restart - warm boot vs. complete power/shut down Explore Windows 10 Start Menu ● Screen configuration once signing in; primary work area desktop. ● Start menu provides main access to all programs/features (mouse, touch screen or keystrokes) ● Windows 8 metro (modern) view - block icons called tiles (installed programs/Windows apps Weather, Skype, Money or files, folders, other computer-related items)

● Sticky Note App - Windows accessory application. To-do lists, phone numbers, etc. ● Left side - File Explorer, Settings, Power Configure Start Menu ● Add, remove, resize, move app tiles or group and name

Pin an App to Start menu 1. Display Start menu 2. Click All apps and find application you want to pin to Start menu 3. Right-click app name and select Pin to Start Create Start Menu Group 1. Click, drag first tile for new group. 2. Release mouse button, tile now in own new group. Rename Start Menu Group; Move Tile; Resize Tile 1. Point near top of tile/group 2. Click in box that displays 3. Type new group name. Delete existing name and type new name. Pin an App to the Taskbar Explore the Taskbar ● Displays open application icons, Notification area, search box, pinned apps or programs ● Cortana, Search bar (personal digital assistant) ● Jump List - program-specific shortcuts to recently opened files; program name ● Quick access to programs, files, folders often used ● Recycle bin - temporary storage for deleted files from computer’s hard drive or OneDrive; delete file by mistake it can be restored ● If file was from external storage device (flash drive) you cannot restore through recycle bin ● Add shortcut (folder or program) icon to desktop (right-click empty area of desktop) Customize the Desktop ● Different background color or theme; slideshow of photos when computer is idle; creative and fun ● Personalization category in Settings

MANAGE AND USE THE DESKTOP AND COMPONENTS ● ● ●

10

Provide access to programs/apps through desktop Controls and settings contained on app bars (Address bar) at bottom or top of opened app Installed programs (microsoft Word or Google Chrome) applications are more complex; multiple features performing multiple tasks

Tip: The Snipping Tool - Windows accessory application allows you to capture/snip screen display to save, annotate or share Use Task View ● Multiple applications and programs open; quickly switch between various open windows or view multiple windows at once. Task View allows you to view all tasks you’re working on at a glance ● Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Edge to create a presentation from your research paper (plus doing extra Internet research); click task view icon next to search box in taskbar Tip: ALT + TAB - cycle through open windows (press and hold Alt, repeatedly press Tab). (p. 11)

Create Virtual Desktop ●

organize/access groups of windows for different purposes. Ex: schoolwork, school’s learning management system (Blackboard), school’s email account, MyITLab open. ● Switch between “school” desktop and “entertainment” desktop, for example ● 1. Click Task View on taskbar; click New desktop in lower right corner ● 2. Click Desktop 1, click Task View ● 3. Drag thumbnail of application you want to move from Desktop 1 to 2 ● 4. Repeat as needed ● 5. Right-click thumbnail preview of any open app in Desktop 1. Move to, select existing virtual desktop or create new desktop. Identify Window Components ● Title bar longest bar at top of each window - name of folder, file, or program displayed in open window. ● Ribbon Display Options show tabs and commands

Minimize, Close, Restore Down, Maximize ● ●

Minimize control, horizontal line Two functions for size/restore

Snap Windows Snap, Move, Resize Windows ● 1. Drag title bar of window to left/right side of screen until outline of expanded window appears ● 2. Release mouse button to expand window ● 3. Repeat 1-2 with another window, dragging to opposite side of display ● Snap Assist

USE WINDOWS 10 SEARCH FEATURES

14

Use the Search Box ● Search file, app, Web, etc.

Search Using Cortana (p. 15) ● ● ● ● ●

Microsoft’s personal assistant; integrated into search box, can assist you with reminders, calendar tasks, tells jokes Initiate Cortana first, giving her your name, allowing access to your information PC equipped with microphone, begin talking to Cortana by saying “Hey, Cortana.” or type your questions (if no mic is available) Get Help Primary resources for help and support for Windows and Microsoft-related questions (Cortana and Search Box). How-to videos from Microsoft.

Manage Cortana Settings ●

More you use, more she adapts to personal needs and routines; initiate and agree to let her collect and use personal information obtained from data on your PC (location, contacts, info from email, browser history, search history, and .calendar details). ● data/info then managed in Notebook (modify or turn off in Notebook what Cortana remembers) Notebook Modifications ● 1. Search box “Notebook” ● 2. Click any category to change setting or add information REVIEW 1. Describe features of Start menu, explain various ways it can be customized (pp. 5-7)

2. Explain what virtual desktop is, give example of how you would use virtual desktops for school, work, entertainment (p. 11)

3. Review features Cortana offers, give specific examples of modifications you would use in Cortana Notebook to reflect personal needs (p. 15)

4. What features can you use to get help and support on Windows 10? (p. 15)

HANDS-ON EXERCISE 1: Windows 10 Fundamentals Step 1: Configure the Start Menu and Explore the Taskbar (p. 17) ●

17

Questions: How to pin to start. Reconfigure, renaming tiles (grouping on start menu); configure Cortana to connect to people/contacts (using Gmail account) Step 2: Use Task View and Create Virtual Desktop (p. 19) Step 3: Snap, Move, and Resize Windows (p. 20) ● Use Windows key and press up button or down button to snap windows to corners (right/left) Step 4: Use Search Box & Cortana, Manage Settings ● Show students how to use Cortana, a cool Windows 10 feature ● Search for a file, schedule a reminder, tell a joke ● Step b. Filter search for Documents ● Step f. Tell me a joke results ● Step e. Enter text in search box ● Step g. Reminders ● Step h. Add Reminder Step 5: Explore Windows Help ● Search box, type Why use Windows Defender? (p. 23) ● https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/17466/windows-defender-offline-help-protect-my-pc ● Help protect my PC with Windows Defender Offline ● Online scanning tool, runs from trusted environment (without starting your OS) ● If: ● A. windows Defender security Center detects rootkits or malware on PC (alerts); message on your device or notification that additional cleaning required ● B. suspect PC has malware hiding; security software doesn’t detect ● 1. Select Start button → Settings → Update & Security → Windows Security → Virus & Threat protection ● 2. Virus & Threat protection screen, under Threat History → Run a new advanced scan ● 3. On Advanced scans screen → Windows Defender Offline scan → Scan Now ● 15 minute scan, then computer restart ● File explorer → File History for a Restore (data → c:); Must configure file history through external hard drive (turned off on my computer at work) ●

File Management

● ● ● ● ●

Provides organizational structure to computer’s contents Windows organizes drives, folders, files of computer in hierarchical structure Hard drive represented as C: drive (most programs/files permanently stored) D, E, F, etc. identifies other storage devices (i.e. DVD drive, external hard drive, flash drive, when connected to computer) File Explorer to manage files/folders (p. 24)

USE FILE EXPLORER

24

●

App you can use to create/manage folders and files across various storage locations: PC, online storage, external storage devices (flash drive, backup drive) ● Displays organizational hierarchy of storage locations, folders, files (easily locate) Understand the File Explorer Interface ● Navigation Pane, Pushpin, OneDrive, This PC, Preview Pane, File Explorer Icon Use and Modify Quick Access (p. 26) ● un pin or pin any folders you use often Use the Search Box in File Explorer ● Click drive or folder in Navigation Pane you want to search; type search term ● Refine search (include subfolders or entire PC) ● *. And the file extension (ex type *.mp3 in the search box to search for all mp3 files on your computer) Navigate the File Explorer ● Move between folders and storage locations in File Explorer; OneDrive - Microsoft’s cloud storage system (OneDrive.com) syncs across all Windows devices Working with Files and Folders ● Software - working with to create a file (ex, using Word to type a report) save file to retrieve later; grouping related files into folders to stay organized. TABLE 1.1 File Explorer Interface (p. 25) Ribbon

Includes tabs, commands relevant to currently selected item. Working with music file, Ribbon commands might include one for burning to a CD, whereas if you have selected a document, the Ribbon would enable you to open or share the file.

Back, Fwd, Up navigation Arrows

Use these commands to visit previously opened folders. Use the Up command to open the parent folder for the current location.

Address bar

The Address bar enables you to navigate other folders within File Explorer.

Search box

Find files, folders by typing descriptive text in search box.

Navigation Pane

Quick Access, OneDrive, This PC, Network.

Quick access

Immediate access to files and folders used most often

File list

Currently selected folder or storage location - displays contents

Details pane

Properties of file or folder (common information such as date file was last modified)

Preview Pane

Snapshot of selected file’s contents

SELECT, COPY, AND MOVE MULTIPLE FILES AND FOLDERS

29

COMPRESS FILES AND FOLDERS 30 Compress a Folder; Extract Files from a Compressed Folder ●

Compressed (zipped) folder: takes up less space, easier to email or upload to OneDrive or another online storage site; compress file or zip multiple files together into single compressed folder ● Using Zip tool in File Explorer; first put them in a folder and name ● 1. Open File Explorer, select file, group of files, or folder in the File list that you want to compress. ● Click Share tab, then click Zip in the Send group. Right-click files or folder, select Send to, click Compressed (zipped) folder; drag new files without undoing/redoing zipping process Extract Files from Compressed Folder ● Click Extract tab, extract all (p. 30) REVIEW (p. 31) 5. The File Explorer interface has several functional areas. Name them and identify their characteristics. (pp. 24-25) 6. Describe why it might be more efficient to use the search box in File Explorer than the search box on the taskbar to look for a file. (p. 26) 7. You want to delete several files, but the files are not consecutively listed in File Explorer. Describe two different methods you could use to select and delete them. (p. 29) 8. Explain at least two circumstances in which file compression would be useful. (p. 30)

HANDS-ON EXERCISE 2: File Management

32

Windows System and Security Features WORK WITH SECURITY SETTINGS AND SOFTWARE 36 ● Full-featured OS, with utilities to “monitor, maintain, and secure your devices...contains software that protects your system against spyware and hacking, as well as utilities that help to keep your system up-to-date or recover files,” (p. 26 ● Includes maintenance utiltites to ensure computer/OS run well ● Maintenance and security features ● Monitors security status, provides recommendations for security settings/software updates (p. 26) ● Action Center - central location to access status notifications/alerts ● Includes basic security features (Windows Defender, firewall software) (p. 36) Use the Action Center; Modify Windows Defender Settings; Review File History Settings; Modify Windows Update Settings; Modify Firewall Settings ● ●

Understand the Action Center Windows 10 monitors system for maintenance/security settings

● ● ● ● ● ●

●

● ● ●

Action Center provides important status info (p. 36) File History: right-click Start → Control Panel → System & Security → File History Access Windows Update (p. 38) Enhance Windows security or fix problems; computer set to download automatically updates (fixes) - managed by my organization Use Windows Defender “Viruses and spyware can be installed on your computer without your knowledge when you connect ot the Internet, open an email message, or when you install certain apps using a flash drive or other removable media. Spyware and viruses can do many unpleasant things such as:” track websites, change browser settings to direct you to dangerous websites, record keystrokes (steal sensitive info), erase/corrupt hard drive files (p. 38-39). Windows Defender is antispyware and antivirus software; indentifies/removes malware (viruses, spyware); set to run with real-time protection (always guarding vs. threats, alerts you of malicious programs attempting install or change computer settings); schedule routine scans (p. 39) Use Windows Firewall Firewall software program protects vs. unauthorized access (hacking) to your computer Third party software like Norton Internet Security = greater level of protection

WORK WITH ADMINISTRATIVE TOOLS 40 Use Systems Monitor; Use Disk Cleanup ● OS functions to manage computer resources (i.e. CPU and RAM); upgrade RAM or free up hard drive capcity (p. 40) ● Use Task Manager programs/processes running on your computer ● Monitor System Resources ● Resource Monitor displays how computer uses key components (CPU and RAM) ● Currently used, reserved (cached), available ● Use Disk cleanup (p. 41)

● Free up hard drive space by removing unnecessary files ● Get Remote Assistance ● Easy Connect 9. Describe Action C...