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Computers - Big PictureBriggs Prasharbp@thebizstop.us :Computers - Big PictureBriggs Prasharbp@thebizstop.us
Know the big picture about personal computing :Know the big picture about personal computing Please refer to class notes.
Slide 3:Big Picture
Personal Computing
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Riding a bike
Cooking
Relationships
Life EXPERIENTIAL
LEARNING
Things to know before you get started :Things to know before you get started People learn at different rates. Work at your own pace.
Things to know before you get started :Things to know before you get started You don’t have to know a lot about a computer to use one
Things to know before you get started :Things to know before you get started There are no keys you can press that will destroy your machine or your files
Things to know before you get started :Things to know before you get started It helps to know hot to type, but it is not necessary
Things to know before you get started :Things to know before you get started Master the basics before trying the fancy stuff
Things to know before you get started :Things to know before you get started Remember to save your work often
Things to know before you get started :Things to know before you get started Deleting something does not necessarily mean it is really gone
Things to know before you get started :Things to know before you get started Stay calm. If something isn’t working correctly or has gone wrong, step back, take a moment to collect your thoughts before you go back to the computer. Things will usually look up if you are no working to your longer overcome frustration.
Things to know before you get started :Things to know before you get started Keep your computer workspace as comfortable and ergonomic possible
Things to know before you get started :Things to know before you get started It’s perfectly normal to be intimidated or
uneasy about computers at first. They are
complex devices, but remember they are just
another tool like your television or car. You
don’t need to be a mechanic to drive a car.
With continued use, you will find computers
are scary not very mysterious or scary. You can
master them with practice.
Things to know before you get started :Things to know before you get started Remember, you are smarter than any computer. Your brain at rest is far more powerful than the most advanced computer working at its full capacity. Computers can’t do most of the mental tasks you take for granted, including intuition learning intuition, independent learning, associative memory, creativity, dedication, emotion and flexibility.
Things to know before you get started :Things to know before you get started In the words of noted humorous author, Douglas Adams, “ Don’t Panic”. Keep your temper, remain calm, and don’t learning process don t let the become overly stressful.
Things to know before you get started :Things to know before you get started Everyone who uses computers was once a beginner too.
Slide 17:Computer – Big Picture
Parts Computer Peripherals Internet Service Provider - ISP Internet
Slide 18:Computer – Big Picture
How they work Computer Peripherals Internet Service Provider - ISP Internet USER Operating System
Applications
Software Programs Software
Inbuilt (PnP)
Installable Phone or Cable Co. through public/private networks Internet Browser
Email programs
Customized programs/software
Slide 19:Computer – Big Picture Start-up/Boot-up
Parallel vs. Sequence
Task Mgr. Resource Management
Patience vs. Haste (Stress) Important
Processor Speed
RAM
OS
Applications YOU NEED
Housekeeping The inevitable truth
Slide 20:Computer – Big Picture Registry Windows Explorer
My Computer Control Panel Cool Stuff
Slide 21:Computer – Big Picture
Housekeeping Open required windows only Disk Cleanup Disk Defragmenter Anti Virus & Adware Your computer is YOUR reflection Organize your data