
Microsoft Windows Vista
by Eric Butow
Start the free chapterWindows Vista is Microsoft\'s latest Operating system. New features of the system include set up ease, more security and reliability, and compatibility with the widest range of software, devices, and services. Windows Vista contains a number of new security features including built in firewall and spam filter. Windows Vista also has a new design with a high ends graphical user interface and new desktop features. VTC Author Eric Butow, guides users through the basics of the new and updated features of this major operating system upgrade. To begin learning simply click the links.rn<p><i>* Captions not yet available on CD version. </i></p>
Course content
Introduction7 lessons
The Windows Desktop11 lessons
- Icons2:241 credit or ad
- The Taskbar1:351 credit or ad
- The Start Menu1:521 credit or ad
- The Windows Sidebar2:061 credit or ad
- Using Gadgets2:111 credit or ad
- Starting A Program1:521 credit or ad
- Parts of a Window2:371 credit or ad
- Getting From One Window Level to Another2:321 credit or ad
- Accessing Built-In Folders1:471 credit or ad
- Search from the Start Menu1:311 credit or ad
- Finding Assistance & Troubleshooting2:381 credit or ad
Personalizing Windows17 lessons
- Access the Personalization Window1:261 credit or ad
- Change the Window Color & Appearance1:501 credit or ad
- Choose the Desk top Background2:021 credit or ad
- Set the Screen Saver2:361 credit or ad
- Change Your Sounds1:521 credit or ad
- Mouse Pointers2:011 credit or ad
- Change the Theme1:361 credit or ad
- Adjust the Display Settings2:271 credit or ad
- Change Desktop Icons2:381 credit or ad
- Adjust the Font Size1:251 credit or ad
- Connect to a Projector1:511 credit or ad
- Customize the Taskbar & Start Menu3:131 credit or ad
- Change Folder Options2:071 credit or ad
- Increase Windows Accessibility2:241 credit or ad
- Add or Remove a Font1:411 credit or ad
- Change the Date & Time2:461 credit or ad
- Turn Windows Features On & Off1:471 credit or ad
Installing & Uninstalling Software9 lessons
- View Installed Programs1:341 credit or ad
- Installing a Program from a CD or DVD1:341 credit or ad
- Get New Programs from Windows Marketplace1:391 credit or ad
- Manage Programs with Digital Locker1:391 credit or ad
- Uninstall a Program1:311 credit or ad
- View Installed Updates1:501 credit or ad
- Run an Older Program in Windows Vista3:201 credit or ad
- Install Windows Updates1:261 credit or ad
- Install Optional Vista & Driver Updates2:291 credit or ad
Adding & Removing Hardware7 lessons
Build a Network10 lessons
- Open the Network & Sharing Center1:411 credit or ad
- Connect to a Network2:021 credit or ad
- Setup a Connection or Network1:511 credit or ad
- Manage Network Connections2:591 credit or ad
- Manage a Wireless Network2:531 credit or ad
- Diagnose & Repair Network Connections2:151 credit or ad
- Connect with People Near Me1:591 credit or ad
- Synchronize with Other Devices1:431 credit or ad
- Setup Offline Files2:471 credit or ad
- Switching Users0:571 credit or ad
Maintaining Security12 lessons
- Turn User Account Control On & Off1:311 credit or ad
- Access the Security Center1:371 credit or ad
- Change Security Center Settings1:421 credit or ad
- Set Up the Windows Firewall2:361 credit or ad
- Update Windows1:251 credit or ad
- Scan for Spyware Using Windows Defender2:111 credit or ad
- Change Internet Security Settings3:371 credit or ad
- Delete Browser History & Cookies2:201 credit or ad
- Manage Browser Add-Ons1:261 credit or ad
- Establish Parental Controls3:451 credit or ad
- Encrypt Data on Your Hard Drive2:121 credit or ad
- Setting File & Folder Security1:431 credit or ad
Adding Users & Changing User Data8 lessons
- Access the User Accounts Window0:571 credit or ad
- Change Your Account Type1:261 credit or ad
- Change Your Password1:341 credit or ad
- Remove Your Password0:571 credit or ad
- Change Your Picture1:201 credit or ad
- Change Your Account Name1:511 credit or ad
- Add or Remove Another Account1:521 credit or ad
- Configure User Profiles1:331 credit or ad
Maintaining & Monitoring Windows Vista18 lessons
- Opening the System & Maintenance Window1:251 credit or ad
- Find the Version of Windows1:041 credit or ad
- View System Information3:001 credit or ad
- View Hardware & Update Device Drivers2:381 credit or ad
- Check Updates & Set Automatic Updates2:001 credit or ad
- Change Your Power Options3:091 credit or ad
- View Problem Reports & Solutions2:181 credit or ad
- Improve Your System Performance2:401 credit or ad
- View Computer & Hard Drive Information1:121 credit or ad
- Free Up Hard Drive Space1:541 credit or ad
- Defragment Your Hard Drive2:161 credit or ad
- Create & Format Hard Drive Partitions3:371 credit or ad
- Backup & Restore Your System2:471 credit or ad
- Create a Password Reset Disk2:011 credit or ad
- Manage User Names & Passwords2:131 credit or ad
- Manage File Encryption Certificates2:251 credit or ad
- View Event Logs2:491 credit or ad
- Schedule Tasks3:431 credit or ad
Using Windows Explorer9 lessons
- Opening the Windows Explorer Window1:411 credit or ad
- The Address Bar & Breadcrumbs1:511 credit or ad
- The Toolbar2:131 credit or ad
- Window Panes1:371 credit or ad
- Opening the Menu Bar0:591 credit or ad
- Selecting Files2:571 credit or ad
- Viewing File Properties & Meta information3:041 credit or ad
- Zipping & Packing Files2:291 credit or ad
- Customizing File & Folder Views3:111 credit or ad
Searching6 lessons
Using Windows Media Player8 lessons
- Opening Windows Media Player1:481 credit or ad
- Viewing Your Library2:371 credit or ad
- Create a Playlist1:561 credit or ad
- Rip an Audio CD1:401 credit or ad
- Burn a CD1:401 credit or ad
- Synchronize with an External Device2:271 credit or ad
- Browse URGE & Other Online Music Stores2:051 credit or ad
- Change Media Player Options1:461 credit or ad
Viewing Photos & Videos13 lessons
- Open Windows Photo Gallery1:101 credit or ad
- The Toolbar1:171 credit or ad
- The Window Panes2:141 credit or ad
- Change Views1:531 credit or ad
- Add a Photo Tag & Caption1:361 credit or ad
- Add & Change Ratings1:281 credit or ad
- View Photo File Properties1:531 credit or ad
- Fixing a Photo2:121 credit or ad
- Viewing Your Photo Album1:271 credit or ad
- Opening the Videos Folder0:531 credit or ad
- View Video File Properties2:011 credit or ad
- Running a Video Full Screen1:071 credit or ad
- Make & Edit a Movie in Windows Movie Maker3:021 credit or ad
Using Internet Explorer 712 lessons
- Opening Internet Explorer 71:431 credit or ad
- The Address Bar1:471 credit or ad
- The Toolbar1:401 credit or ad
- View the Menu & Links Bars1:411 credit or ad
- Open a New Tab2:591 credit or ad
- Add a Favorite2:091 credit or ad
- Open a Favorite1:071 credit or ad
- Change & Go to Your Home Page1:231 credit or ad
- View Your History0:581 credit or ad
- Send a Page or Link by E-Mail1:441 credit or ad
- Change Internet Options2:461 credit or ad
- Change Your Search Engine2:221 credit or ad