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Basic 6 Computing Notes

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Generation of Computers

  1. Generations of Computers and Parts of a Computer SystemIn this topic you will learn about the five generations of computers and identify the components of a computer system.
  2. Advanced Mousing and Keyboarding SkillsIn this topic you will perform advanced mouse actions and use keyboard shortcuts to work faster and more accurately.

Introduction to MS Windows Interface

  1. The Desktop Background and the Recycle BinIn this topic you will explore the use of the desktop and its background, and demonstrate how to use the Recycle Bin to delete, restore and empty files.
  2. Using the File Explorer WindowIn this topic you will use File Explorer to view, sort, copy, move and search for files and folders.
  3. The Navigation Pane of File ExplorerIn this topic you will demonstrate the use of the navigation pane in File Explorer to move between drives, folders and locations.

Data, Sources and Usage

  1. Types and Sources of Data and InformationIn this topic you will identify types of data and information and their sources.
  2. Manipulating Sample DataIn this topic you will perform basic manipulations on sample data, such as sorting, filtering, totalling and averaging, using a spreadsheet.
  3. Sending and Sharing InformationIn this topic you will demonstrate how to send and share information using SMS, email, messaging apps and file sharing, safely and politely.
  4. Storing and Manipulating Data for OutputIn this topic you will demonstrate how to store data safely and manipulate it to produce the required output.

Technology in the Community

  1. Communication and Technology Tools in the CommunityIn this topic you will define communication and identify technological tools used for communicating in the community.

Introduction to MS PowerPoint

  1. Using the Text Group on the PowerPoint Insert RibbonIn this topic you will demonstrate how to use the icons in the Text group of the Insert ribbon in Microsoft PowerPoint.

Word Processing

  1. Command Buttons in Microsoft WordIn this topic you will demonstrate how to use the menu bar (ribbon tabs) and command buttons in Microsoft Word to create and format documents.