File Management
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We learned four main things for Computer Basics. It included File Management, which we learned how to properly name files and file extensions. (Ex: .docx = microsoft word 2010) We also learned how stay organized by making folders.
Touch Typing
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The second thing we learned about was Touch Typing. With this we learned the proper technique for typing when using a keyboard. The goal was to get us to maximize our typing efficiency and to eventually improve our speed and accuracy.
The Nine Techniques We Learned
Posture - Feet Flat, Back Straight, Elbows In
Hand Position - Flat, Non-resting Wrists, Slightly Curved Fingers, Fingers anchored on home row
Touch Typing Principles - Eyes on Copy, Say Key As You Strike It, Keep a Smooth and Steady Pace
Posture - Feet Flat, Back Straight, Elbows In
Hand Position - Flat, Non-resting Wrists, Slightly Curved Fingers, Fingers anchored on home row
Touch Typing Principles - Eyes on Copy, Say Key As You Strike It, Keep a Smooth and Steady Pace
Computer Components
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The next thing we learned was Computer Components. With this we learned the different parts of the computer, including the hardware. We learned how to identify and differentiate input and output devices. We also learned how common storage devices function, the purpose of major components inside the computer case, and the different ways that external components are connected to a computer.
Protection and Maintenance
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The very last thing we learned in this unit was Protection and Maintenance. In this, we learned the importance of using antivirus and firewalls to protect our computer. We also learned how important it is to perform periodic maintenance.
- Keyboarding Techniques - in this we learned the nine important techniques for proper typing
- Computer Components Vocab - this is important vocabulary for computer components
- More Computer Components Vocab - more vocabulary