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Microsoft Windows Settings and Navigation for Beginners
IBM

Microsoft Windows Settings and Navigation for Beginners

Taught in English

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Beginner level

Recommended experience

1.5 hours
Learn at your own pace
No downloads or installation required
Only available on desktop
Hands-on learning

What you'll learn

  • Navigate installed hardware and system information.

  • Locate display settings and configuration.

  • Navigate basic tasks in Microsoft Windows.

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Guided Project

Learn, practice, and apply job-ready skills with expert guidance

Beginner level

Recommended experience

1.5 hours
Learn at your own pace
No downloads or installation required
Only available on desktop
Hands-on learning

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About this Guided Project

Learn step-by-step

In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:

  1. Use the Microsoft Windows Control panel options to locate the computer's processor specifications, RAM, operating system version and status, and locate and update the computer's name 

  2. Locate and use the Start menu functions and settings and pin and unpin apps to the taskbar

  3. Locate and open Google Chrome and Firefox browsers

  4. Use minimize, maximize, restore, drag, and close capabilities to manage windows

  5. Use the Microsoft Windows Settings app to locate the computer’s display information

  6. Use Microsoft Windows Device Manager to view the monitor and driver details

Recommended experience

No prior IT experience necessary

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IBM Skills Network Team
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  • Skill-based, hands-on learning

    Practice new skills by completing job-related tasks.

  • Expert guidance

    Follow along with pre-recorded videos from experts using a unique side-by-side interface.

  • No downloads or installation required

    Access the tools and resources you need in a pre-configured cloud workspace.

  • Available only on desktop

    This Guided Project is designed for laptops or desktop computers with a reliable Internet connection, not mobile devices.

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