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10-things-you-have-to-know-to-be-computer-literate: 10 things you have to know to be computer literate (Lesson:
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basic-parts-of-a-computer: Basic parts of a computer (Lesson:
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The basic parts of a desktop computer are the computer case, monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord.basic-troubleshooting-techniques: Basic troubleshooting techniques (Lesson:
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Whenever you have a problem with your computer, don't panic!
There are many basic troubleshooting techniques you can use.buttons-and-ports-on-a-computer: Buttons and ports on a computer (Lesson:
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Interactive tutorial to match plugs to ports (requires Flash)creating-a-safe-workspace: Creating a safe workspace: Ergonomics (Lesson:
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It's important to think about your own health.getting-started-with-your-first-computer: Getting started with your first computer (Lesson:
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getting-to-know-the-os: learn more about your computer's operating system. (Lesson:
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This has two videos: One for Windows and one for the Mac.
Scroll down and read about file systems also.keeping-your-computer-clean: Keeping your computer clean (Lesson:
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Keeping your computer physically cleanlaptop-computers: What is a laptop computer? (Lesson:
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How is a laptop different from a desktop?mobile-devices: Mobile Devices (Lesson:
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tablets, e-readers, and smart phonesquiz-buttons-and-ports-on-a-computer1: Quiz: Buttons and Ports on a Computer(Lesson:
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quiz-quiz-basic-parts-of-a-computer1: Quiz: Basic Parts of a Computer(Lesson:
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quiz-what-is-a-computer1: Quiz: What is a Computer?(Lesson:
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setting-up-a-computer: Setting up a computer (Lesson:
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Video demonstrates setting up both desktop and laptop computerswhat-is-a-computer: What is a computer? (Lesson:
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A computer is an electronic device that manipulates information, or data.Full Glossary