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Understand the Basic Components:Monitor: The screen that displays


information.Keyboard: Used to type text and input commands.Mouse: A
pointing device used to interact with the computer.CPU (Central
Processing Unit): The brain of the computer, processing all
instructions.Storage Devices: Hard drives, SSDs, or USB drives for
storing data.Operating System (OS): The software that manages the
computer’s hardware and software (e.g., Windows, macOS, Linux).
2. Powering On the Computer:Ensure all cables are properly connected
(monitor, keyboard, mouse, power cable).Press the power button on
the CPU or laptop.Wait for the operating system to load.
3. Navigating the Desktop:Desktop: The main screen you see after the
computer starts.Taskbar: Usually at the bottom, shows open
applications and has the Start menu (Windows).Icons: Shortcuts to
applications, files, or folders on your desktop.
4. Using the Mouse:Left Click: Selects items or opens files and
applications.Right Click: Opens context menus for additional
options.Scroll Wheel: Scrolls through pages or lists.
5. Using the Keyboard:Typing: Use the keys to type text in documents or
search boxes.Shortcut Keys: Common commands like:Ctrl + C:
CopyCtrl + V: PasteCtrl + Z: UndoAlt + Tab: Switch between open
applications.
6. Opening and Using Applications:Start Menu (Windows): Click on the
Start button (usually at the bottom-left) to access
applications.Application Icons: Double-click on icons to open programs
like web browsers, word processors, etc.7. Saving and Organizing
Files:Saving Files: Use the “Save” or “Save As” option in applications to
store your work.Creating Folders: Right-click on the desktop or in a file
explorer window, select “New” -> “Folder” to organize files.8. Internet
Browsing:Open a web browser (like Chrome, Firefox, or Edge).Type a
website address (URL) or search terms in the address bar and press
Enter.Use the back, forward, and refresh buttons to navigate.9.
Shutting Down the Computer:Save your work in all open
applications.Click the Start button (Windows) or Apple icon (macOS)
and select “Shut Down.”Wait for the computer to power off
completely.10. Basic Troubleshooting:Frozen Screen: Press Ctrl + Alt +
Delete and select Task Manager to close unresponsive applications.No
Internet: Check your Wi-Fi connection or restart the router.Slow
Performance: Close unnecessary applications or restart the computer.

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