1.
Understand the Basic Components:Monitor: The screen that displays
[Link]: Used to type text and input [Link]: A
pointing device used to interact with the [Link] (Central
Processing Unit): The brain of the computer, processing all
[Link] Devices: Hard drives, SSDs, or USB drives for
storing [Link] System (OS): The software that manages the
computer’s hardware and software (e.g., Windows, macOS, Linux).
2. Powering On the Computer:Ensure all cables are properly connected
(monitor, keyboard, mouse, power cable).Press the power button on
the CPU or [Link] for the operating system to load.
3. Navigating the Desktop:Desktop: The main screen you see after the
computer [Link]: Usually at the bottom, shows open
applications and has the Start menu (Windows).Icons: Shortcuts to
applications, files, or folders on your desktop.
4. Using the Mouse:Left Click: Selects items or opens files and
[Link] Click: Opens context menus for additional
[Link] Wheel: Scrolls through pages or lists.
5. Using the Keyboard:Typing: Use the keys to type text in documents or
search [Link] Keys: Common commands like:Ctrl + C:
CopyCtrl + V: PasteCtrl + Z: UndoAlt + Tab: Switch between open
applications.
6. Opening and Using Applications:Start Menu (Windows): Click on the
Start button (usually at the bottom-left) to access
[Link] Icons: Double-click on icons to open programs
like web browsers, word processors, etc.7. Saving and Organizing
Files:Saving Files: Use the “Save” or “Save As” option in applications to
store your [Link] Folders: Right-click on the desktop or in a file
explorer window, select “New” -> “Folder” to organize files.8. Internet
Browsing:Open a web browser (like Chrome, Firefox, or Edge).Type a
website address (URL) or search terms in the address bar and press
[Link] the back, forward, and refresh buttons to navigate.9.
Shutting Down the Computer:Save your work in all open
[Link] the Start button (Windows) or Apple icon (macOS)
and select “Shut Down.”Wait for the computer to power off
completely.10. Basic Troubleshooting:Frozen Screen: Press Ctrl + Alt +
Delete and select Task Manager to close unresponsive [Link]
Internet: Check your Wi-Fi connection or restart the [Link]
Performance: Close unnecessary applications or restart the computer.
