• From the basics of switching on the computer and loading Windows XP
• Differentiating between hardware, software and the operating system
• Using a mouse and keyboard shortcuts to navigate around the system
• Identifying the different elements of the Desktop and their use
• Logging off from Windows
• Turning off and restarting the computer
• Working safely with computer equipment

• Open, move, resize and close windows
• Minimise, maximise, and restore windows
• Cascade and tile windows
• Identify the different elements of windows, and their use
• Use of the Start menu
• Start an application
• Use the Taskbar to switch between applications
• Change the display of the Taskbar and Start menu

• Understand the file structure
• Browse folders on a computer and on a network
• List the basic principles of effective file management
• Create folders or subfolders
• Rename a folder or file
• Undo a file operation
• Delete a folder and its contents and delete a file
• Use the Recycle Bin to restore deleted data
• Move and copy data
• Use drag-and-drop to work with data

• Start an Office application
• Identify the different elements of an Office application window
• Display and select commands from menus and toolbars
• Navigate by using the mouse and keyboard shortcuts
• Close the Office application
• Use the Office Assistant to for help and tips
• Search and browse Help

• Creating new folders
• Saving files to different locations
• Use of ‘Save As’ function
• Search for and open existing files
• Rename and delete files
• Open multiple files
• Switch between open files
• Close an application

• Create new documents
• Use of templates
• Enter and edit text
• Format text for emphasis
• Delete text
• Spell check and print preview your document
• Save and print your document

• Use of bullets and numbering
• Use of styles and formatting
• Inserting objects and clipart into your document
• Mail merging documents for mass mailing
• Producing labels and envelopes
• Navigate by using the mouse and keyboard shortcuts
• Use the Office Assistant to for help and tips

• Creating templates
• Introduction to macros
• Saving different versions of your documents
• Comparing documents and tracking changes
• Customising toolbars
• Protecting your documents
• Creating a table of contents 

• Creating a workbook
• Entering and editing data
• Creating simple formulas
• Formatting cell values
• Creating a chart
• Save and print your document
• Use the Office Assistant to for help and tips

• Managing worksheets
• Freeze panes, split worksheets and hide cells and rows
• Inserting pictures and clip art
• Use of functions
• Distributing a workbook
• Creating a hyperlink
• Apply a style

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