Windows XP Professional: Level 2

Overview

This course provides a broad foundation for students so that they will have a greater awareness and confidence using personal computers. Students will share files and resources with co-workers over a network. They will explore how Windows XP takes advantage of the Internet. Lastly, students will learn how to customize and maintain their computers to create the most efficient workspace possible. In general, this course may enable students to participate in conversations, make appropriate requests, and troubleshoot problems related to personal computers.

Prerequisites

To ensure your success, we recommend you first take the following or have equivalent knowledge:

Windows XP Professional: Level 1

Performance-Based Objectives

Customize the Windows XP environment.
Share files, folders, and resources over a network.
Access the Internet using Windows XP programs.
Use Windows XP tools to maintain the computer.

Certification

Windows XP: Level 2 is one of two titles that address the Module 1 (Computing Fundamentals) objectives of the Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3) program. Modules 2 (Key Applications) and 3 (Living Online) objectives are addressed in other titles. Certification candidates must pass three exams--one associated with each module--in order to earn IC3 certification.

Delivery Method

Instructor-led, group-paced, classroom-delivery learning model with structured hands-on activities. Course duration 1 Day(s) Course outline Lesson 1: Customizing Windows XP

Topic 1A: Apply a Theme
Topic 1B: Customize the Desktop
Topic 1C: Select a Screen Saver
Topic 1D: Modify Appearance and Effects
Topic 1E: Control the Start Menu
Topic 1F: Customize the Taskbar

Lesson 2: Making Connections

Topic 2A: An Overview of Networks
Topic 2B: Add a Printer
Topic 2C: Manage Print Jobs
Topic 2D: Share Files
Topic 2E: Work Remotely

Lesson 3: Using Windows XP and the Internet

Topic 3A: An Overview of the Internet
Topic 3B: Search the Internet
Topic 3C: Keep Windows XP Up-to-date
Topic 3D: Communicate with Windows Messenger
Topic 3E: Use Remote Assistance

Lesson 4: Maintaining the Computer

Topic 4A: Diagnose System Problems
Topic 4B: Clean Up the Hard Disk
Topic 4C: Defragment the Hard Disk
Topic 4D: Back Up and Restore Personal Files
Topic 4E: Restore System Files

Appendix A: Using the Windows Movie Maker

Windows Movie Maker

Appendix B: Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC³) Program

Module 1 (Computing Fundamentals) Objectives

Hardware/software Requirements

You will need:

300 MHz Pentium processor or higher.
128 MB of RAM or more.
2 GB of available hard-disk space.
Super VGA (800 x 600) video adapter and monitor.
CD-ROM or DVD drive.
3.5"-disk drive.
A formatted 3.5" disk for the instructor and each student for backing up files.
Keyboard.
Microsoft Mouse or compatible pointing device.
Sound card with speakers or headphones plugged in.
A network interface card and network cable.
An Internet connection with access to the World Wide Web to complete some tasks throughout the book.
Windows XP Professional for each student and instructor computer.
A .NET Passport for each student and the instructor to complete the “Using Windows XP and the Internet” lesson.