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The document provides basic computer terminology and instructions on how to create, save, access files, create folders, and rename files or folders. Key terms include desktop, laptop, flash drive, and various components of a computer interface. It also outlines step-by-step processes for using Microsoft Word and managing files on a computer.

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Handout__Computer_Basics

The document provides basic computer terminology and instructions on how to create, save, access files, create folders, and rename files or folders. Key terms include desktop, laptop, flash drive, and various components of a computer interface. It also outlines step-by-step processes for using Microsoft Word and managing files on a computer.

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Computer Basics

TERMINOLOGY
Computer An electronic device for storing and processing data
Desktop The primary display area of a computer screen
Desktop Computer A computer with a separate monitor, keyboard, and processor
Flash Drive A pocket-size data storage device used to save electronic files
Icon A small graphical representation of a computer program
Laptop Computer A computer that contains the monitor, processor, & keyboard in
one unit
Monitor A computer component that allows users to view images
Start Menu The central launching point for programs and tasks in a Windows
computer
System Tray A stationary taskbar that contains icons for system functions
Taskbar A stationary strip of icons used to access frequently used programs
Window An area of the screen that displays information for a specific program

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HOW TO CREATE, SAVE AND ACCESS FILES – In a program such as Microsoft


Word, you can create files, save them and open them later for review or editing.
1. Open Microsoft Word and type in your text.
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3. In the new window, double-click Computer
4. Select the location where you would like to save your file (ex: Desktop)
To re-open your
document at any time,
double-click the icon
To move the file, single-
click and hold the icon,
then drag it to the
destination (ex: a folder
on the desktop)

HOW TO CREATE A FOLDER – A


folder can be created anywhere you
want to store files. Some folders are pre-
created for you, such as “Documents.”
1. Right-click where you would like to
create a folder (ex: Desktop)
2. Move the cursor down to New
3. Move the cursor over and click
Folder
4. Type in the name and press the
Enter key

HOW TO RENAME A FOLDER OR


FILE
1. Right-click on the folder
2. Click on Rename
3. Type the new name and press the
Enter key

Courtesy of Gail Borden Public Library and the Public Library Association 09/15

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