Learn all about your computer’s operating system. What tasks does it perform? Does it keep your device safe from viruses? Does it allow you to download applications? Does it allow you to save and print your documents? When you save your work, can you find that document again?

Learn about file explorer and how to save and find files. Do you need a new computer? Do you know how to choose a new computer? How much do you need to spend? What software do you need.

This course is a brief introduction to the Course titled ‘Computer Basics for Life’.

Course Outline:

• Discuss computer Terminology
• What tasks does an operating system perform and why we need one
• When you save information on your Pc, how and where is it saved and how can we find that information again ?
• How to decide what Pc to buy

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand common Computer Terminology
• Know why Operating Systems are important
• Understand how and where information is saved
• Understand how to choose a Pc

What to bring:

• A USB
• Paper and Pen (if you like to take notes)