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 Swimming 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