Virginia Commonwealth University

Training

Title: Computer Customization and Management
Date/Time: 12/2/2009  9:00am [Sanger] -12:00pm

Presenter: Jay Brazelle, Technology Services
Registration: 14 seats available (Max. Class Size = 16)
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Prerequisites: None
Building: Sanger Hall   B1-020
Cost: $0  

Sponsor: Technology Services
Audience: VCU Students, Faculty and Staff Only

Category: Computer Basics, General, Operating Systems, Orientation/General
Description: Higher level computer management skills will be covered in this session. Learn how to adjust the computer to meet your specific needs and avoid problems with preventative maintenance.

Learning Objectives:

  • Zip files: Understanding their purpose
  • Backup and saving files to various storage devices
  • Install and uninstall programs from your computer
  • Customizing short cuts to programs, folder or files
  • Display file extensions and the meaning of file extensions
  • Identify available disk storage space on your computer or another device
  • Defrag your computer’s hard drive
  • Identify network drives on your computer
  • Customize screen resolution and appearance
  • Customize and explore the Start Menu
  • Manage options for Internet Explorer
  • Clean cookies and temporary files from your computer
  • Manage Windows Passwords
  • Burn files to CDs using Windows XP
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Contact: Technology Services
(804) 828-8088
ts-courses@vcu.edu