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Basic 4 · Computing

Introduction to MS Windows Interface

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  1. The Desktop and Its FeaturesIn this topic you will learn what the Windows desktop is and the features on it, such as the wallpaper, icons, mouse pointer, taskbar and Start button.
  2. Personalizing the Desktop BackgroundIn this topic you will learn what desktop personalization means and how to change the desktop background to a picture, a solid colour or a slideshow.
  3. Sections of the TaskbarIn this topic you will learn the sections of the Windows taskbar, how to use the Start menu, and how to pin and unpin programs on the taskbar.
  4. Adding and Removing Desktop IconsIn this topic you will learn the types of desktop icons and how to add and remove icons on the Windows desktop.
  5. Moving, Selecting and Hiding Multiple IconsIn this topic you will learn how to move icons, select many icons at once, move them together, and hide or show all desktop icons.
  6. Creating, Naming and Renaming a FolderIn this topic you will learn what a folder is, how to create and name a new folder on the desktop, how to rename it, and the rules for naming folders.