introducing windows 7 2 session version 1.0 © 2011 aptech limited

Introducing Windows 72Session

Version 1.0 © 2011 Aptech Limited.

Version 1.0 © 2011 Aptech Limited. 2

At the end of this session, students will be able to: Describe Windows 7 UltimateIdentify and list the editions of Windows 7Explain the Personalization of DesktopExplain the use of Entertainment in Windows 7Explain the use of Windows Explorer in Windows 7

Objectives

Introducing Windows 7/ Session 2

Version 1.0 © 2011 Aptech Limited. 3Introducing Windows 7/ Session 2

Introduction

Windows 7, introduced in October 2009, is the latest entrant in the Windows family by Microsoft

Windows 7 provides multi-touch support for touch screen PCs, a new taskbar, and improved performance

It also provides a networking system called a HomeGroup that helps in connecting two computers (having Windows 7) to share printer, media players, libraries

Windows Calendar, Windows Mail, Windows Movie Maker, and Windows Photo Gallery are available separately with Windows 7 Live Essentials suite


Identifying Windows 7 Editions [1-2]

Windows 7 is available in six different editions that are as follows: Windows 7 Starter

Is the most basic version of Windows 7 Is mainly used for netbooks Can be upgraded to other editions for accessing more features

Windows 7 Home Basic Provides limited features Is available only in emerging markets because of its lower price Is available in both 32-bit and 64-bit versions

Windows 7 Home Premium Is available in all the countries, in both 32-bit and 64-bit versions Provides more features than Home Basic Supports DVD playback, and is compatible with Dolby Digital Allows the user to use Windows DVD Maker Provides multi touch and can be installed in tablet PC Supports TV tuners and Windows Flip 3D


Identifying Windows 7 Editions [2-2]

Windows 7 Professional Is mainly used by corporates Contains features that are compatible for an office environment Example - AppLocker, creating backup to the network, joining domains, encrypting files,

Local Group Policy, language pack installation, and Location Aware Printing

Windows 7 Enterprise Is used by large corporate houses and businesses Contains all the features that are present in all other editions of Windows 7

Windows 7 Ultimate Is mainly for personal use Contains all the features available in all other editions of Windows 7


Features of Windows 7 Ultimate [1-3]

The major features of Windows 7 Ultimate are as follows: 32-bit and 64-bit versions

Windows 7 is available in both 32-bit and 64-bit versions 64-bit version of Windows can process large amounts of data as compared to 32-bit

version

Aero Peek Provides a quick view of the desktop by enabling transparency of windows Quick Launch is not available in Windows 7 that allows the user to access the desktop

directly Provides a small tab on the right of the taskbar that enables the users to peek on the

desktop without having to minimize the windows

Aero Shake Allows the user to shake the required window left to right to clear the desktop of the

other screens Keeps the window open that was used to perform Aero Shake Restores other windows by shaking the same window again



Aero Snap Enables the user to modify the size of the window Aligns the window to the side it has been dragged Provides a partial view and when the partially maximized window is dragged to the top

of the screen, then the window will maximize fully Double clicking the Menu bar restores the window to its original size

Aero Theme Enables the user to activate the Aero Peek, Aero Snap, and Aero Shake features Does not provide this feature in Windows 7 Home Basic and Windows 7 Starter editions

AppLocker Defines permission to different applications that can be executed Assigns permission based on version number or publisher of the application Enables the user with administrative privileges to restrict access to .dll and .ocx files

BitLocker Drive Encryption Enables the user to encrypt files stored on the computer Enables the file to remain encrypted as long as they are on the Windows 7 environment

and once the files are transferred to another computer, they get decrypted



Desktop Slideshow Changes the background images automatically after a specified period like a slideshow

Location Aware Printing Enable the users’ laptop or notebook to detect the location of the users Enables user to connect multiple devices on their computers

Presentation Mode Allows the user to change the desktop background picture, let them adjust the speaker

settings, turn off the notifications, and the screensaver

Windows Defender Protects the computer from potential spyware and malware

Windows XP Mode Allows the user to run their computers in Windows XP 32 bit virtual environment Runs all the programs that require XP-mode of environment


Creating a Folder [1-2]

To create a new folder, using Windows Explorer, perform the following steps: Click Start > All Programs >

Accessories > Windows Explorer Browse to the required location Right-click the blank area to

display the context menu Select New > Folder from the

context menu Type a new name for the folder Press Enter

Windows Explorer


Creating a Folder [2-2]

To rename a folder, perform the following steps: Open Windows Explorer Right-click the required folder

and select Rename Enter a new name for the

folder and press Enter

Windows Explorer


Copying and Moving Files and Folders [1-5]

Cut, Copy, and Paste options using the Organize option in Windows Explorer: Browse to the location of the file or

folder to be copied or moved in Windows Explorer and select it

Click Organize in Menu bar Select Cut to move or select Copy

to make a copy of the file or folder Browse to the destination directory Click Organize in Menu bar Select Paste

Organize in Windows Explorer



Cut, Copy, and Paste using the right-click option: Browse to the location of the file or

folder to be copied or moved Right-click the file or folder to

display the context menu Select Cut to move, or Copy to

make a copy of the file or folder Browse to the destination directory Right-click in the blank area to

display the context menu and select Paste

Right-click Drop Down List



Cut, Copy, and Paste using keyboard shortcuts: Browse to the location of the file or folder to be copied or moved in Windows

Explorer and select it Select the file or folder and press Ctrl + X to move or Ctrl + C to make a copy of

the file or folder Browse to the destination directory Press Ctrl + V



Cut, Copy, and Paste using the Left-click and Drag option: Open the source directory in Windows Explorer Open the destination directory in another Windows Explorer window Select the file or folder and drag from source to destination folder to move the

file and release the mouseORSelect the file or folder and drag it while pressing Ctrl key from source to destination folder to make a copy of the file

The file will be moved or copied, according to the option selected



Cut, Copy, and Paste using the Right-click and Drag option: Open the source folder in

Windows Explorer Open the destination folder in

another Windows Explorer Select the file or folder and drag

using right-click from source to destination directory and release the mouse

Select the Move here option to move the file or Copy here option to make a copy of the file

Right-click Dragging


Deleting Files and Folders

To delete a file or folder, perform the following steps:

Open Windows Explorer Browse to the required directory Select the required file or folder and press Delete

OR Right-click the file or folder to display the context menu and select Delete


Searching Files [1-2]

To search using the Start menu, perform the following steps:

Click Start menu Type the keyword of the file or

program such as Paint, Word, and so forth in the search box

Start Menu


Searching Files [2-2]

To search using Windows Explorer, perform the following steps:

Double-click the Computer icon on the Desktop

Enter the name of file or folder in the search box

Searching Files and Folders


Using Favorites [1-2]

Open Windows Explorer Browse to the location where the

folder is stored Drag the folder to the Favorites link Release the mouse on seeing the

message Create link in Favorites

Creating a Link in Favorites

To add a link of the folder to Favorites, perform the following steps:


Using Favorites [2-2]

Open Windows Explorer Right-click the required folder in

the Favorites to be removed and select Remove

To delete a link from Favorites, perform the following steps:


Personalizing the Windows 7 Interface

To open the Personalization window, perform the following steps:

Personalization Window

Click Start > Control Panel > Personalize

OR Right-click the desktop

to display the context menu and select Personalize


Customizing the Desktop [1-6]

To change the desktop icons, perform the following steps:

In the Personalization window, click Change desktop icons

Click Change Icon to display the Change Icon dialog box

Select the required icon Click OK

Desktop Icon Settings



To restore the previous icons, perform the following steps:

In the Personalization window, click Change desktop icons

Select required icon Click Restore Default Click Apply Click OK

Desktop Icon Settings



To change the wallpaper, perform the following steps:

Choosing Desktop Background

Open the Personalization window

Click Desktop Background Select the required image Select the picture position

from the Picture position list

Click Save changes



To change the color of the window pane, perform the following steps:

Open the Personalization window Click Window Color Select the required color Change the Color intensity levels Click Save changes

Choosing Desktop Background Page



To set a screensaver, perform the following steps:

Open the Personalization window Click Screensaver Select the required screensaver

from the Screen saver list Select the required time Click Apply Click OK

Screensaver Settings



To apply a theme, perform the following steps:

Open the Personalization window Click the required theme


Customizing the Taskbar

To customize the taskbar, perform the following steps:

Right-click the taskbar to display the context menu and select Properties

Select the required fields in Taskbar, Start Menu, and Toolbars tab

Click Apply Click OK

Taskbar and Start Menu Properties Dialog Box


Start Menu

To add items to the Start menu, perform the following steps:

Browse to the required location in Windows Explorer Drag the folder to the Start menu Leave the folder on seeing the message Pin to Start menu

To remove an item from the Start menu, perform the following steps:

Open Start menu Right-click the item that has been added to the Start menu and select Remove

from this list


Jump List

To remove a file from the Jump List, perform the following steps:

Open Start menu Click the required program Right-click the file to

remove and select Remove from this list

Sample Jump List


Using Gadgets

To add a gadget, perform the following steps:

Click Start > All Programs > Desktop Gadget GalleryORRight-click the Desktop and select Gadgets

Right-click the required gadget and select Add

Gadgets Window


Using Windows Media Player

To open Windows Media Player, perform the following steps:

Click Start > All Programs > Windows Media Player

Windows Media Player enables the user to play songs and view movies on the computer

Users can create a playlist of their favorite songs and videos

Windows Media Player


Notepad [1-2]

To create a new file in Notepad, perform the following steps:

Click Start > All Programs > Accessories > Notepad

Type the data in the document window

Select File > Save as and browse to the desired folder location

Enter a filename and click Save

Notepad


Notepad [2-2]

To open a .txt file, perform the following steps:

Open Notepad Select File > Open

ORPress Ctrl + O

Browse to the location of the file and select the required file

Click Open Edit the file Select File > Save to preserve

changes to the fileNotepad


WordPad [1-2]

To create a new file in WordPad, perform the following steps:

Click Start > All Programs > Accessories > WordPad

Type the data in the document window

Select File > Save as and browse to the desired folder location

Enter a filename and click Save

WordPad


WordPad [2-2]

To open an RTF file, perform the following steps:

Open WordPad Select File > Open

ORPress Ctrl + O

Browse to the location of the file and select the required file

Click Open Edit the file Select File > Save to preserve

changes to the fileWordPad


Paint [1-2]

To create a file in Paint:

Click Start > All Programs > Accessories > Paint

Draw in the document window Select File > Save as Enter a filename Click Save

Paint


Paint [2-2]

To open a file supported by Paint, perform the following steps:

Open Paint Select File > Open

ORPress Ctrl + O

Browse to the location of the file and click on the file

Click Open Edit the file Select File > Save

Paint


There are six editions of Windows 7 namely Starter, Home Basic, Home Premium, Professional, Ultimate, and Enterprise.

Windows Calendar, Windows Mail, Windows Movie Maker, and Windows Photo Gallery are available separately with Windows 7 Live Essentials suite.

Aero Theme, AppLocker, Presentation Mode are some of the new features in Windows 7.

Personalization settings allow the users to customize their computers. Users can use different gadgets like Weather, Currency, Clock, and so forth, on

their desktop. Windows Explorer is the tool that allows the user to view, create, copy, and

transfer their files or folders from one location to another.

Summary [1-2]


Users can add their own folders to customize the Favorites list. Notepad is the plain text editor available in Windows 7 that enables the user

to edit text files and apply basic formatting. Paint is a tool that enables the user to create and save graphic files

in .BMP, .JPEG, .GIF, .TIFF, and .PNG file formats. WordPad is another basic word processing tool that allows user to create a

rich text format (RTF) files.

Summary [2-2]

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