Introduction to Personal Computers using Microsoft Windows 8: Breakdown

Here is a full breakdown of the course Introduction to Personal Computers using Microsoft Windows 8

What you need to know

Subject Outcomes

Keen to know what you will learn with our Introduction to Personal Computers using Microsoft Windows 8? Here’s what you can expect to learn:

Subject Description
Getting to Know PCs and the Windows 8 User Interface This subject teaches you about the software and operating system that makes your computer work. Get an introduction to computer components and how to sign in and navigate from the Windows 8 start menu
Using Modern Apps and Navigation Features Learn how to access and identify charms, and how to multitask with various apps. This subject also teaches you about the modern apps and common navigation features.
Working with Desktop Applications This subject teaches you how to navigate the desktop, manage files and folders with File Explorer, as well as how to create and modify files with desktop applications.
Using Internet Explorer 10 Get an introduction on how to use the internet with this subject. Learn how to navigate Internet Explorer 10 and browse the web.
Customizing the Windows 8 Environment Learn how to customise the start menu, as well as the desktop and lock-screen. This can be done according to the colours and pictures that you prefer to use.
Using Windows 8 Security Features Learn all about the Windows 8 security features to make sure that you know how to protect your device.This subject will also teach you about managing passwords and privacy levels

Study Upgrade

The great thing with our courses are that there is always an opportunity to improve your qualifications. Once you have completed the Introduction to Personal Computers using Microsoft Windows 8 why not move onto the Introduction to Personal Computers using Microsoft Windows 10 and build on the knowledge you already have.