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Table of Contents
MODULE TITLE: LEARNING THE BASIC COMPUTER CONCEPTS ......................... VI
MODULE INTRODUCTION: ................................................................................................................ VI
EXPECTED OUTCOME:........................................................................................................................ VI
PRE-TEST .................................................................................................................................................. VII
LESSON 1 BEING FAMILIAR WITH THE COMPUTER SYSTEM .................................... 1
Description: ............................................................................................................................................................. 1
Information Sheet 1.1.......................................................................................................................................... 2

Further Reading: ...................................................................................................................................................... 8
Activity Sheet 1.1 ................................................................................................................................................. 9

Answer Key ............................................................................................................................................................... 10
Activity Sheet 1.2 ............................................................................................................................................... 11
Information Sheet 1.2........................................................................................................................................ 12

Further Reading: .................................................................................................................................................... 14
Activity Sheet 1.3 ............................................................................................................................................... 15

Answer Key ............................................................................................................................................................... 16
Activity Sheet 1.4 ............................................................................................................................................... 17

Further Reading: .................................................................................................................................................... 23
Activity Sheet 1.5 ............................................................................................................................................... 24

Answer Key: .............................................................................................................................................................. 25
Activity Sheet 1.6 ............................................................................................................................................... 26
Assessment Sheet ................................................................................................................................................ 27
LESSON 2 BEING FAMILIAR WITH COMPUTER PERIPHERALS AND DEVICES

.......................................................................................................................................................................... 28
Description: ........................................................................................................................................................... 28
Activity Sheet 2.1 ............................................................................................................................................... 29

Answer Key ............................................................................................................................................................... 30

Further Reading: .................................................................................................................................................... 38
Activity Sheet 2.2 ............................................................................................................................................... 39

Answer Key ............................................................................................................................................................... 40
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Assessment Sheet ................................................................................................................................................ 41
Answer Key ............................................................................................................................................................... 42
LESSON 3 TYPES AND PURPOSES OF SOFTWARE .......................................................... 43
Description: ............................................................................................................................................................ 43
Information Sheet 3.1 ........................................................................................................................................ 44
Activity 3.1............................................................................................................................................................. 51
Performance Scoring Rubrics 3.1 ................................................................................................................... 52
Activity 3.2............................................................................................................................................................. 53
Performance Scoring Rubrics 3.2 ................................................................................................................... 54
Assessment 3.1 ..................................................................................................................................................... 55

Answer Key ............................................................................................................................................................... 56
LESSON 4 LOGGING ON OR LOGGING OFF IN WINDOWS 7 OPERATING

SYSTEM ....................................................................................................................................................... 57
Description: ............................................................................................................................................................ 57
Information Sheet 4 ............................................................................................................................................ 58
Activity Sheet 4 .................................................................................................................................................... 62
Assessment ............................................................................................................................................................. 63
References: ............................................................................................................................................................. 63
LESSON 5 FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS OF MICROSOFT WINDOWS 7 ............... 64
Description: ............................................................................................................................................................ 64
Information Sheet 5 ............................................................................................................................................ 65
Activity Sheet 5 .................................................................................................................................................... 74
Assessment ............................................................................................................................................................. 75
References: ............................................................................................................................................................. 76
LESSON 6 MODIFYING DESKTOP SCREEN ........................................................................... 77
Description: ............................................................................................................................................................ 77
Activity 6.1............................................................................................................................................................. 78
Answer Key ............................................................................................................................................................... 79
Activity 6.2............................................................................................................................................................. 80
Answer Key ............................................................................................................................................................... 82
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Activity 6.3 ............................................................................................................................................................ 83
Assessment ............................................................................................................................................................ 86
Activity 6.4 ............................................................................................................................................................ 87
Assessment ............................................................................................................................................................ 93
References.............................................................................................................................................................. 94
LESSON 7 MANIPULATING WINDOWS ..................................................................................... 95
Description: ........................................................................................................................................................... 95
Activity 7.1 ............................................................................................................................................................ 96

Answer Key................................................................................................................................................................. 97
Activity 7.2 .......................................................................................................................................................... 106
Assessment 7.1................................................................................................................................................... 108
References............................................................................................................................................................ 109
LESSON 8 ACCESSING HELP SYSTEM FUNCTIONS ...................................................... 110
Description: ......................................................................................................................................................... 110
Information Sheet 8.1...................................................................................................................................... 111
Activity 8.1 .......................................................................................................................................................... 118
Assessment .......................................................................................................................................................... 119
References............................................................................................................................................................ 120
LESSON 9 MANAGE FILES AND FOLDERS IN WINDOWS 7 ...................................... 121
Description: ......................................................................................................................................................... 121
Activity Sheet 9.1 ............................................................................................................................................. 124
Activity Sheet 9.2 ............................................................................................................................................. 125
Activity Sheet 9.3 ............................................................................................................................................. 129
Assessment Sheet .............................................................................................................................................. 130
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LESSON 10 WORK WITH FILES AND FOLDERS IN WINDOWS 7 .......................... 132
Description: .......................................................................................................................................................... 132
Activity Sheet 10.1 ............................................................................................................................................ 133
Information Sheet 10.1 .................................................................................................................................... 134
Activity Sheet 10.2 ............................................................................................................................................ 135

Assessment Rubric .............................................................................................................................................. 137
Activity Sheet 10.3 ............................................................................................................................................ 140
Assessment ........................................................................................................................................................... 141
LESSON 11 UTILIZE COMMON APPLICATION PROGRAMS ...................................... 143
Description: .......................................................................................................................................................... 143
Activity Sheet 11.1 ............................................................................................................................................ 145
Activity Sheet 11.2 ............................................................................................................................................ 147
Activity Sheet 11.3 ............................................................................................................................................ 152
Activity Sheet 11.4............................................................................................................................................ 153
Assessment ........................................................................................................................................................... 154
LESSON 12 PRINT INFORMATION ........................................................................................... 155
Description: .......................................................................................................................................................... 155
Activity Sheet 12.1 ............................................................................................................................................ 159
Activity Sheet 12.2 ............................................................................................................................................ 163
Activity Sheet 12.3 ............................................................................................................................................ 164
Activity Sheet 12.4 ............................................................................................................................................ 165
Assessment ........................................................................................................................................................... 166
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PRE-TEST ANSWER KEY ................................................................................................................ 167
ACKNOWLEDGMENT ......................................................................................................................... 168
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Module 1
Module Title: Learning the Basic Computer Concepts
Module Introduction:
This module contains information and suggested learning activities on Internet and
Computing Fundamentals (ICF). It includes instructional materials and activities for you
to complete.
Completion of this module will help you better understand the succeeding modules
on Internet and Computing Fundamentals.
This module consists of seven (7) learning outcomes. Each learning outcome
contains learning activities supported by each information sheets. Read the information
sheets and answer the activity sheets provided to measure whether you have mastered the
knowledge or perform the activities for each learning outcome.
Upon completion of this module, report to your teacher for assessment to check
your mastery of the skills. If you pass the assessment, you will be ready for the next
module.
Expected Outcome:
Upon completion of this module, you will learn how to
LO 1. familiarize with the computer system;

LO 2. demonstrate proper connection of computer peripherals and devices;
LO 3. utilize an operating system;
LO 4. customize computer settings;
LO 5. manage files and folders;
LO 6. utilize common application programs; and
LO 7. print information.
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Pre-Test
Pre-Test
Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer/s. Write your answer/s on a
separate sheet of paper.
1. Which of the following are input devices? Select three.

a. Digital camera d. Scanner
b. Mouse e. Speakers
c. Printer f. Video card
2. Which of the following is not word processing software?
a. WordStar c. WordPad
b. MS Word d. WordNote
3. If you want to send e-mail to your friend, what application should you use?
a. Excel c. PowerPoint
b. Outlook d. Word
4. Which of the following functions is performed by computer’s CPU?
a. Provide different voltage power to hardware components.
b. Storing information while the computer is powered down.
c. Performing all internal calculations.
d. Displaying information to the user.
5. Which of the following hardware specifications indicate that the computer is out
dated?
a. 4 GHz processor c. 16 MB of RAM
b. Wi-Fi d. 160 GB Hard drive
6. Which of the following are considered internal components of a computer? Select
three.
a. CPU d. Motherboard
b. Mouse e. Printer
c. Keyboard f. Video Card
7. What will change most about your computer performance after increasing the
amount of RAM? Select two.
a. Some software applications will run faster.
b. You will be able to run more programs simultaneously.
c. You will be able to save more files and larger files
d. You will be able to download files from the Internet more quickly.
8. Which of the following files will install a certain program when double-clicked?
a. b. c. d.
Setup.xls Setup.exe Setup.mdb Setup.doc
9. Encircle the USB ports in the picture.
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10. What is the first step in troubleshooting your computer when it fails to boot after
turning it on?
a. Check if the power cord is plugged into an outlet.
b. Detach the microprocessor.
c. Flip or press the power switch ten times rapidly.
d. Remove the power supply.
11. Windows Explorer provides a graphical view of:
a. Binary registry entries.
b. The World Wide Web.
c. The file and folder structure.
d. User account permissions.
12. When installing Microsoft Office applications, which one of the following programs
is not typically included?
a. MS Access c. MS Producer
b. MS Excel d. MS Outlook
13. To be considered part of a centralized data processing system, client terminals
must be connected to?
a. Ethernet Hub c. Modem
b. Mainframe or minicomputer d. Supercomputer
14. When buying a new computer, which of the following software packages are most
commonly bundled with?
a. Gaming software
b. Operating System
c. 3D Graphic Design applications
d. Programming Software
15. What should you do first if you
accidentally delete a file?
a. Call a technician.
b. Contact a data recovery.
c. Format your hard drive.
d. Restore the file from the
Recycle Bin
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Introduction
Lesson 1 Being Familiar with the Computer System
Description:
This lesson covers the performances required in familiarizing oneself with the
computer system.
In this lesson, you will learn how to

 discuss the history of the computers based on the developmental stages;
 identify computers according to their importance and uses;
 classify computers according to size, power, and purpose; and
 identify the parts of the computers based on their functions.
For you to satisfactorily complete this lesson, you are expected to

 get at least seven (7) points in Activity 1.1- Timeline of the History of Computers
(1600-2000);
 submit answers in Activity 1.2- Timeline of the History of Computers (beyond
2000-present);
 get at least seven (7) points in Activity 2.1- Types of Computers;
 submit answers in Activity 2.2- Other Types of Computers;
 get at least seven (7) points in Activity 3.1- Basic Computer Parts and
Functions;
 submit answers in Activity 3.3- Other Computer Parts and Functions; and
 pass the assessment of this lesson.
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with the Computer System
Information Sheet
Information Sheet 1.1
Timeline of the History of Computers
1617
Mathematician John Napier uses wooden rods for calculating. This calculation
method was called Napier’s Bones.
1642
Inventor Blaise Pascal introduces to the world the digital adding machine referred
to as the Pascaline digital adding machine.
1822
Charles Babbage shines forth the Difference Engine and the Analytical Engine
which is considered a real general purpose computing machine.
1906
Inventor Lee De Forest patents the vacuum tube triode. It was used as an
electronic switch in the first electronic computer systems.
1937
John V. Atanasoff creates what is considered the official first electronic
computer. It is known as the Atanasoff Berry Computer, or simply ABC.
1943
During World War II, Alan Turing develops the Colossus, a top secret British code-
breaking computer. It was built to decode German secret messages.
1945
John von Neumann outlines the architecture of the modern stored program
computer system.
1946
An electronic computing machine called ENIAC is built by John Mauchly and
Presper Eckert.
1947
The semiconductor revolution is blasted off when William Shockley, John Bardeen,
and Walter Brattain invent and test what is called a point contact transistor.
1949
At Cambridge University, Maurice Wilkes assembles the first practical stored
program computer called the EDSAC.
1950
The ERA 1101 is built by the Engineering Research Associates of Minneapolis. It
is one of the first commercially produced computer systems.
1952
The UNIVAC used by the U.S. Census Bureau becomes the first commercial
computer to attract substantial public attention.
1953
IBM ships its first electronic computer system called the 701.
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1954
Gordon Teal from Texas Instruments perfects a silicon-based junction transistor
which brings a tremendous reduction in costs to build a computer.
IBM’s 650 magnetic drum calculator is also established as the first mass-produced
computer. In the ’50s, 450 computers were mass-produced, if you can believe that.
1955
The first fully-transistorized computer TRADIC is announced by Bell Laboratories.
1956
The TX-0 is built by MIT researchers. It is the first general purpose, programmable
computer that is built using transistors.
Also, the era of magnetic disk storage is about to blossom when IBM ships a 305
RAMAC to Zellerbach Paper in San Francisco, California.
1958
The first integrated circuit is created by Jack Kilby at Texas Instruments. This
proved that both resistors and capacitors could exist on the same semiconductor
material.
1959
IBM’s 7000 series mainframes become its first transistorized computer.
Also in 1959 Robert Noyce’s integrated circuit allows printing of electrical
conducting channels directly on a silicon surface.
1960
The first commercial modem called Dataphone is designed by Bell Labs. It was
designed specifically for converting digital computer data to analog signals for
transmission across a long-distance network.
1961
According to Datamation magazine, IBM has approximately an 81.2 percent share
of the computer market. IBM also introduced the 1400 Series computer system in
this year.
1964
IBM announces a family of six mutually compatible computers and 40 peripherals
that work together called the System/360.
Seymour Cray’s CDC supercomputer performs up to three million instructions per

second which literally is a processing speed three times its closest competitor,
IBM’s Stretch system.
Also in 1964, IBM’s SABRE reservation system is also setup up for American
Airlines.
1965

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Digital Equipment Corporation introduces the first commercially successful
minicomputer called the PDP-8.
1966
Hewlett-Packard enters the all- purpose computer business with its release of the
HP-2115. The HP-2115’s computing power is that which is formerly found only in
far larger computer systems before it.
1968
Intel was founded on July 18, 1968, by Robert Noyce, Gordon Moore, and Andrew
Grove.
1970
The computer-to-computer communication revolution expands when the U.S.
Department of Defense establishes four devices on the ARPAnet. Two of these
nodes reside at University of California campuses including one in Santa Barbara
and another in Los Angeles. Another sits at University of Utah and the fourth
resides at SRI International.
1971
The 8-inch floppy disk is invented by a team at IBM’s San Jose Laboratories.
One of the first personal computers called the Kenbak-1 is advertised for $750 in
Scientific American magazine.
Also in 1971, the first advertisement for a microprocessor appears for the Intel
4004 in Electronic News.
1972
Intel’s 8008 microprocessor makes its debut.
Hewlett-Packard announces the HP-35.
Steve Wozniak builds his blue box which is a tone generator to make free phone
calls.
1973
At the Xerox Palo Alto Research Center, Robert Metcalfe devices the Ethernet
method of networking.
Using the Intel 8008 processor, Micral becomes the earliest commercial non-kit
personal computer system based on a microprocessor.
Also 1973, the TV Typewriter was designed by Don Lancaster. It provided the first
display of alphanumeric information on an ordinary television.
1974
Researchers at the Xerox Palo Alto Research Center design the Alto which is the
first workstation with a built-in mouse for input.
Also in 1974, Scelbi advertises the 8H computer. What makes the 8H special is the
fact that it is the first commercially advertised U.S. computer based on a
microprocessor. It used the Intel 8008 computer processor.
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1975
Microsoft is founded by Bill Gates and Paul Allen on April 4, 1975.
The first commercial packet switching network called Telenet is created. It is the
civilian equivalent of ARPAnet.
The January edition of Popular Electronics features on its cover the Altair 8800
computer, which uses the Intel 8080 microprocessor.
1975 also was the year of the visual display module prototype. Designed by Lee
Felsenstein, it was the first implementation of a memory-mapped alphanumeric
video display for personal computer systems.
1976
Apple is established on April 1, 1976 by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald
Wayne to sell a single board computer called the Apple I.
The 5 ¼-inch flexible disk drive and disk is introduced by Shugart Associates.
The Cray I makes its name as the first commercially-successful vector processor
also in 1976.
1977
Apple Computer introduces the Apple II computer system.
The TRS-80 is also introduced by Tandy Radio Shack.
Commodore also introduces the PET, or Personal Electronic Transactor.
1978
The VAX 11/780 from Digital Equipment Corporation features the capability to
address up to 4.3GB of virtual memory. This provided hundreds of times the
capacity of most minicomputers of the time.
1979
Motorola introduces the 68000 microprocessor.
1980
The first hard drive for microcomputers, called the ST-506, is created by Seagate
Technology.
Also in 1980 the first optical data storage disk contains 60 times the capacity of a 5
¼-inch floppy disk.
Another sweet kick-off for the ’80s is the invention of the computer ―worm‖ by John
Shoch from the Xerox Palo Alto Research Center. This so-called worm is a short
program that searches a network for idle processors.
1981
IBM introduces its Personal Computer (PC), kicking off the fast growth of the
personal computer market and revolution.

Information Sheet
Xerox also introduces the Star which is the first personal computer with a
graphical user interface (GUI).
The first portable computer is also completed by Adam Osborne. Like many
inventions of the day, it gets its name from the inventor; hence, it’s called the
Osborne I which weighed in at 24 pounds and sold for $1795 dollars at the time.
Also in 1981 Sony Corporation introduces and ships the first 3 ½-inch floppy disk
drive and disks.
1983
Apple introduces its Lisa computer incorporating a GUI very similar to that first
introduced on the Xerox Star.
Compaq Computer Corporation introduces its first PC clone that uses the same
software as the IBM PC.
1984
Apple Computer launches the Macintosh, which is the first successful mouse
driven computer with a GUI. It was launched, in fact, with a single $1.5 million
commercial during the 1984 Super Bowl.
Also in 1984 IBM releases the PC-AT, which is three times faster than original PC’s.
Its speed came from its usage of the Intel 286 processor.
The PC-AT also introduced a new computer bus called the 16-bit ISA bus.
1985
Philips introduces the CD-ROM.
1986
Compaq announces the Deskpro 386, which is the first computer on the market to
use Intel’s new 386 chip.
1987
IBM introduces its PS/2 computers making the 3 ½-inch floppy disk drive and VGA
video standard for PC’s.
Also introduced with the PS/2 was its inclusion of the first plug-and-play computer
bus for PC’s called MicroChannel Architecture (MCA).
1988
After leaving Apple, Apple cofounder Steve Jobs unveils his own company
called NeXT.
Also in 1988 Compaq and other PC makers develop a new computer bus called the
Enhanced Industry Standard Architecture (EISA). What was especially unique
about this bus was that unlike MicroChannel, EISA remained backward compatible
with the ISA bus.
1989
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Intel releases the 486 microprocessor which contains more than one million
transistors. Intel also introduces alongside it the 486 motherboard chipsets.
1990
The World Wide Web (WWW) is born after researcher Tim Berners-Lee develops
HTML, the Hypertext Markup Language.
1993
Intel releases the Pentium processor, leaving behind its old numbered naming
convention in the process as they realized it’s impossible to trademark a number.
Intel also releases motherboard chipsets and for the first time completes
motherboards.
1994
Yahoo is founded by two Stanford graduate students named Jerry Yang and David
Filo. (Fun Fact: Yahoo originally started out with the name, Jerry’s Guide to the
World Wide Web.)
1995
Microsoft releases the first mainstream 32-bit operating system Windows 95 in
huge numbers.
Intel releases the first processor in their P6 family called the Pentium Pro
processor.
1997
Intel releases the Pentium II processor and AMD introduces the K6, which is
compatible with the Intel Pentium.
1998
Google is co-founded by Larry Page and Sergey Brin while they are students at
Stanford University. The company is first incorporated as a privately held company
in September of 1998.
Microsoft releases Windows 98.
Intel releases their Celeron processor, which is basically a low-cost version of the
Pentium II processor of the time.
1999
Intel releases their Pentium III processor and AMD introduces their Athlon line of
processors.
2000
Microsoft releases Windows Millennium Edition or Me, and Windows 2000.
The 1GHz milestone is hit when both Intel and AMD introduce processors running
at 1GHz.
(Source: http://www.askthecomputertech.com/computer-history-timeline.html)

Information Sheet
Further Reading:
www.computersciencelab.com/ComputerHistory/History.htm
www.hitmill.com/computers/computerhx1.html
www.computerhistory.org/
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Activity Sheet
Activity Sheet 1.1
Timeline of the History of Computers (1600-2000)
Instruction: Identify the timeline of each of the following events. Write the correct year on
the space provided before each number.
________________1. Apple Computer launches the Macintosh, which is the first successful
mouse driven computer with a GUI.
________________2. Microsoft releases Windows Millennium Edition or Me, and Windows

2000.
________________3. An inventor named Blaise Pascal introduces to the world the digital
adding machine referred to as the Pascaline digital adding machine.
________________4. Charles Babbage shines forth the Difference Engine and the
Analytical Engine which is considered a real general purpose
computing machine.
________________5. The UNIVAC used by the U.S. Census Bureau becomes the first
commercial computer to attract substantial public attention.
________________6. According to Datamation magazine, IBM has approximately an 81.2

percent share of the computer market.
________________7. Apple Computer introduces the Apple II computer system.
________________8. The World Wide Web (WWW) is born after researcher Tim Berners-Lee
develops HTML, the Hypertext Markup Language.
________________9. Inventor Lee De Forest patents the vacuum tube triode. It was used
as an electronic switch in the first electronic computer systems.
________________10. At Cambridge University, Maurice Wilkes assembles the first practical

stored program computer called the EDSAC.

Answer Key
Answer Key
Activity Sheet 1.1
Timeline of the History of Computers (1600-2000)
1. 1984
2. 2000
3. 1642
4. 1822
5. 1952
6. 1961
7. 1977
8. 1990
9. 1906
10. 1949
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Activity Sheet
Activity Sheet 1.2
Timeline of the History of Computers (beyond 2000-present)
Instruction: Research on the timeline of the history of computer beyond 2000-present

and be able to discuss briefly the developmental stages.

Information Sheet
Types of Computers
A computer is one of the most brilliant inventions of mankind. Thanks to the

computer technology, we were able to achieve an efficient storage and processing of data;
we could rest our brains by employing computer memory capacities for storage of the
information. Owing to computers, we have been able to speed up daily work, carry out
critical transactions and achieve accuracy and precision in work output. The computers of
the earlier years were of the size of a large room and were required to consume huge
amounts of electric power. However, with the advancing technology, computers have
shrunk to the size of a small watch. Depending on the processing powers and sizes of
computers, they have been classified under various types. Let us look at the classification
of computers.
Based on the operational principle of computers, they are categorized as analog

computers and hybrid computers.
Analog Computers: These are almost extinct today.

These are different from a digital computer because an
analog computer can perform several mathematical
operations simultaneously. It uses continuous variables
for mathematical operations and utilizes mechanical or
electrical energy. Fi gur e 1.1 An exampl e of
Anal og Comput er
Hybrid Computers: These computers are a combination

of both digital and analog computers. In this type of
computers, the digital segments perform process control
by conversion of analog signals to digital ones. Figure 1.2 An example of
Hybrid Computer
Mainframe Computers: Large organizations use

mainframes for highly critical applications such as bulk
data processing and ERP. Most of the mainframe
computers have the capacities to host multiple operating
systems and operate as a number of virtual machines
and can thus substitute for several small servers. Figure 1.3 An example of
Mainframe Computer
Microcomputers: A computer with a microprocessor

and its central processing unit is known as a
microcomputer. They do not occupy space as much as
mainframes. When supplemented with a keyboard and a
mouse, microcomputers can be called as personal
computers. A monitor, a keyboard and other similar
input output devices, computer memory in the form of
RAM and a power supply unit come packaged in a Figure 1.4 An example of
microcomputer. These computers can fit on desks or Mainframe Computer
tables and serve as the best choices for single-user
tasks.
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Information Sheet
Personal computers come in a variety of forms such as

desktops, laptops and personal digital assistants. Let us
look at each of these types of computers.
Desktops: A desktop is intended to be used on a single

location. The spare parts of a desktop computer are
readily available at relative lower costs. Power
consumption is not as critical as that in laptops.
Desktops are widely popular for daily use in workplaces
and households. Figure 1.5 An example of
Desktop Computer
Laptops: Similar in operation to desktops, laptop

computers are miniaturized and optimized for mobile
use. Laptops run on a single battery or an external
adapter that charges the computer batteries. They are
enabled with an inbuilt keyboard, touch pad acting as a
mouse and a liquid crystal display. Its portability and
capacity to operate on battery power have served as a Figure 1.6 An example of
boon for mobile users. Laptop Computer
Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs): It is a handheld

computer and popularly known as a palmtop. It has a
touch screen and a memory card for storage of data.
PDAs can also be effectively used as portable audio
players, web browsers and smart phones. Most of them
can access the Internet by means of Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Figure 1.7 An example of
communication. Personal Digital Assistant
(PDA)
Minicomputers: In terms of size and processing

capacity, minicomputers lie in between mainframes and
microcomputers. Minicomputers are also called mid-
range systems or workstations. The term began to be
popularly used in the 1960s to refer to relatively smaller
third generation computers. They took up the space that
would be needed for a refrigerator or two and used
transistor and core memory technologies. The 12-bit
PDP-8 minicomputer of the Digital Equipment
Corporation was the first successful minicomputer. Figure 1.8 An example of
Minicomputer
Supercomputers: The highly calculation-intensive

tasks can be effectively performed by means of
supercomputers. Quantum physics, mechanics,
weather forecasting, molecular theory are best
studied by means of supercomputers. Their ability of Figure 1.9 An example of
parallel processing and their well-designed memory Supercomputer

Information Sheet
hierarchy give the supercomputers large transaction
processing powers.
Wearable Computers: A record-setting step in the

evolution of computers was the creation of wearable
computers. These computers can be worn on the
body and are often used in the study of behavior
modeling and human health. Military and health
professionals have incorporated wearable computers
into their daily routine, as a part of such studies.
When the users’ hands and sensory organs are
engaged in other activities, wearable computers are
of great help in tracking human actions. Wearable
computers are consistently in operation as they do
not have to be turned on and off and are constantly
interacting with the user.
Figure 1.10 An example of
Wearable Computer
These are some of the different types of computers available today. Looking at the
rate of the advancement in technology, we can definitely look forward to many more types
of computers in the near future.
(Source: http://www.buzzle.com/articles/different-types-of-computers.html)
Further Reading:
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www.mapsofworld.com/.../computers/types-of-c... - Estados Unidos
wasaa.wordpress.com/2008/06/22/classification-of-computers/
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Activity Sheet
Activity Sheet 1.3
Types of Computers
Instruction: Match Column A with Column B. Draw a line to match the items.
COLUMN A COLUMN B
1. These computers can be worn a. Minicomputers

on the body and are often used
in the study of behavior
modeling and human health. b. Mainframes computers
2. Also called mid-range systems
or workstations.
3. They are enabled with an c. Super computers
inbuilt keyboard, touch pad
acting as a mouse and a liquid
crystal display. d. Hybrid computers
4. They have the capacities to
host multiple operating
systems and operate as a e. Desktop computer
number of virtual machines
and can thus substitute for
several small servers. f. Wearable computers
5. It uses continuous variables
for mathematical operations
and utilizes mechanical or g. Laptop computers
electrical energy.
6. They are known for their
ability of parallel processing h. Analog computers
and well-designed memory
hierarchy
7. Effectively used as portable i. Personal Digital Assistants
audio players, web browsers
and smart phones.
8. In this type of computers, the j. Microcomputers
digital segments perform
process control by conversion
of analog signals to digital
ones.
9. A computer with a
microprocessor and its central
processing unit
10. It is intended to be used on a
single location.

Answer Key
Activity Sheet 1.3
Answer Key
Types of Computers
COLUMN A
COLUMN B
1. These computers can be worn on
the body and are often used in the a. Minicomputers
study of behavior modeling and
human health.
b. Mainframes computers
2. Also called mid-range systems or
workstations.
c. Super computers
3. They are enabled with an inbuilt
keyboard, touch pad acting as a
mouse and a liquid crystal d. Hybrid computers
display.
4. They have the capacities to host e. Desktop computer

multiple operating systems and
operate as a number of virtual
machines and can thus substitute f. Wearable computers
for several small servers.
g. Laptop computers
5. It uses continuous variables for
mathematical operations and
utilizes mechanical or electrical h. Analog computers
energy.
6. They are known for their ability of i. Personal Digital Assistants

parallel processing and well-
designed memory hierarchy.
j. Microcomputers
7. Effectively used as portable audio
players, web browsers and smart
phones. k. Desktop
8. In this type of computers, the

digital segments perform process
control by conversion of analog
signals to digital ones.
9. A computer with a microprocessor

and its central processing unit.
10. It is intended to be used on a

single location.
Computer System
Activity Sheet
Activity Sheet 1.4
Other Types of Computers
Instruction: Research on the other types of computers and be able to identify and classify
them according to:
a. Importance
b. uses/purposes
c. size
d. power

Information Sheet
Computer Parts and Functions
If you use a desktop computer, you might already know that there isn't any single
part called the "computer." A computer is really a system of many parts working together.
The physical parts, which you can see and touch, are collectively called hardware.
(Software, on the other hand, refers to the instructions, or programs, that tell the
hardware what to do.)
The illustration below shows the most common hardware in a desktop computer
system. Your system may look a little different, but it probably has most of these parts. A
laptop computer has similar parts but combines them into a single notebook-sized
package.
Figure 1.11 An example of Desktop Computer System
Let's take a look at each of these parts.

System Unit
The system unit is the core of a computer system.

Usually it's a rectangular box placed on or underneath
your desk. Inside this box are many electronic
components that process information. The most important
of these components is the central processing unit (CPU),
or microprocessor, which acts as the "brain" of your
computer. Another component is random access memory
(RAM), which temporarily stores information that the CPU
uses while the computer is on. The information stored in Figure 1.12 An example of
RAM is erased when the computer is turned off. a System Unit
Computer System
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Almost every other part of your computer connects to the system unit using cables.
The cables plug into specific ports (openings), typically on the back of the system unit.
Hardware that is not part of the system unit is sometimes called a peripheral device or
device.
Storage
Your computer has one or more disk drives—devices that store information on a
metal or plastic disk. The disk preserves the information even when your computer is
turned off.
Hard Disk Drive
Your computer's hard disk drive stores information on a hard disk, a rigid platter
or stack of platters with a magnetic surface. Because hard disks can hold massive
amounts of information, they usually serve as your computer's primary means of storage,
holding almost all of your programs and files. The hard disk drive is normally located
inside the system unit.
Figure 1.13 An internal part of Hard Disk Drive
CD and DVD drives
Nearly all computers today come equipped with a CD (Compact Disc) or DVD
(―Digital Versatile Disc‖ or ―Digital Video Disc‖) drive, usually located on the front of the
system unit. CD drives use lasers to read (retrieve) data from a CD, and many CD drives
can also write (record) data onto CDs. If you have a recordable disk drive, you can store
copies of your files on blank CDs. You can also use a CD drive to play music CDs on your
computer.
Figure 1.14 An example of Compact

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DVD drives can do everything that CD drives can, plus read DVDs. If you have a
DVD drive, you can watch movies on your computer. Many DVD drives can record data
onto blank DVDs.
Tip:
If you have a recordable CD or DVD drive, periodically back up (copy) your

important files to CDs or DVDs. That way, if your hard disk ever fails, you won't
lose your data.
Floppy Disk Drive
Floppy disk drives store information on floppy disks, also called floppies or
diskettes. Compared to CDs and DVDs, floppy disks can store only a small amount of
data. They also retrieve information more slowly and are more prone to damage. For these
reasons, floppy disk drives are less popular than they used to be, although some
computers still include them.
Figure 1.15 An example of Floppy Disk
Why are floppy disks "floppy"? Even though the outside is made of hard plastic,
that's just the sleeve. The disk inside is made of a thin, flexible vinyl material.
Mouse
A mouse is a small device used to point to and select items on your computer
screen. Although mice come in many shapes, the typical mouse does look a bit like an
actual mouse. It's small, oblong, and connected to the system unit by a long wire that
resembles a tail. Some newer mice are wireless.
Figure 1.16 An example of Mouse
A mouse usually has two buttons: a primary button (usually the left button) and a
secondary button. Many mice also have a wheel between the two buttons, which allows you to
scroll smoothly through screens of information.
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Figure 1.17 Examples of Mouse Pointer
When you move the mouse with your hand, a pointer on your screen moves in the
same direction. (The pointer's appearance might change depending on where it's
positioned on your screen.) When you want to select an item, you point to the item and
then click (press and release) the primary button. Pointing and clicking with your mouse
is the main way to interact with your computer.
Keyboard
A keyboard is used mainly for typing text into your computer. Like the keyboard on
a typewriter, it has keys for letters and numbers, but it also has special keys:
The function keys, found on the top row, perform different functions depending on
where they are used.
The numeric keypad, located on the right side of most keyboards, allows you to
enter numbers quickly.
The navigation keys, such as the arrow keys, allow you to move your position
within a document or webpage.
Figure 1.18 An example of Keyboard
You can also use your keyboard to perform many of the same tasks you can
perform with a mouse.
Monitor
A monitor displays information in visual form, using text and graphics. The portion
of the monitor that displays the information is called the screen. Like a television screen,
a computer screen can show still or moving pictures.
There are two basic types of monitors: CRT (cathode ray tube) monitors and LCD
(liquid crystal display) monitors. Both types produce sharp images, but LCD monitors
have the advantage of being much thinner and lighter. CRT monitors, however, are
generally more affordable.

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LCD monitor CRT monitor

Figure 1.19 Examples of Monitor
Printer
A printer transfers data from a computer onto paper. You don't need a printer to
use your computer, but having one allows you to print e-mail, cards, invitations,
announcements, and other materials. Many people also like being able to print their own
photos at home.
The two main types of printers are inkjet printers and laser printers. Inkjet printers
are the most popular printers for the home. They can print in black and white or in full
color and can produce high-quality photographs when used with special paper. Laser
printers are faster and generally better able to handle heavy use.
Inkjet printer laser printer

Figure 1.20 Examples of Printer
Speakers
Speakers are used to play sound. They may be built into the system unit or
connected with cables. Speakers allow you to listen to music and hear sound effects from
your computer.
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Figure 1.21 An example of Speakers
Modem
To connect your computer to the Internet, you need a modem. A modem is a device
that sends and receives computer information over a telephone line or high-speed cable.
Modems are sometimes built into the system unit, but higher-speed modems are usually
separate components.
Figure 1.22 An example of Modem
(Source: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-vista/Parts-of-a-computer)
Further Reading:
 www.tech-faq.com/computer-parts.html - Estados Unidos

 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Personal_computer_hardwarelibrary.thinkquest.org/5
862/partsof.htm

Activity Sheet
Activity Sheet 1.5
Instruction: Fill each blank with a correct answer of what is being described.
_____________________________1. Allows you to listen to music and hear sound effects
from your computer.
_____________________________2. A device that sends and receives computer information

over a telephone line or high-speed cable.
_____________________________3. Displays information in visual form, using text and

graphics.
_____________________________4. Transfers data from a computer onto paper.
_____________________________5. Used mainly for typing text into your computer.
_____________________________6. Uses lasers to read data.
_____________________________7. Can store only a small amount of data.
_____________________________8. A small device used to point to and select items on your

computer screen.
_____________________________9. The core of a computer system.
_____________________________10. Can hold massive amounts of information; they usually

serve as your computer's primary means of storage.
Computer System
Answer Key
Answer Key:
Activity Sheet 1.5

1. Speaker
2. Modem
3. Monitor
4. Printer
5. Keyboard
6. CD Drive
7. Floppy disk or diskette
8. Mouse
9. System unit
10. Hard disk

Activity Sheet
Activity Sheet 1.6
Other Computer Parts and Functions
Instructions: Research about other computer parts and be able to identify the
function of each.
Computer System
Assessment Sheet
Assessment Sheet
Familiarize Themselves with the Computer System
Instruction: Using your individual outputs in activities 1.2, 2.2, and 3.2, identify and
discuss what are being used in the actual computer system of some
agencies like your own school, home and one other business establishment
of your choice.

Introduction
Lesson 2 Being Familiar with Computer Peripherals and Devices
Description:
This lesson covers the performances required in demonstrating proper connection

of computer peripherals and devices.
 connect computer peripheral devices as specified in the diagram provided;

 install computer peripheral devices according to user’s manual; and
 perform power-on test in line with the operational manual.
 get at least seven (7) points in Activity Sheet 2.1 - Familiarizing with Common
Computer Ports and Connections;
 get at least seven (7) points in Activity Sheet 2.2 - Basic Computer Problems,
Causes, and Solutions; and
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Computer Peripherals and Devices
Activity Sheet
Activity Sheet 2.1
Familiarizing with Common Computer Ports and Connections
1.
2. 3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
10.
9. 11.
12.
Tip: You can Google the information using the keyword

“computer ports and connections.”
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Connection of Computer Peripherals and Devices
Answer Key
Answer Key
Activity Sheet 2.1

Familiarizing with Common Computer Ports and Connections
3. Main power connector
2. PS/2 port (keyboard) 1. PS/2 port (mouse)
4. USB ports 5. Ethernet port (network)
6. Serial port (dial-up modem)
7. LPT port (printer)
8. VGA port (monitor)
9. Speaker
10. Line In 11.Game port (joystick)
12.Microphone

Information Sheet
Tips on Basic Computer Hardware Troubleshooting
As a computer user, you should also know some of the basic computer hardware
troubleshooting techniques. This will help you save a lot of money and time in finding the
right solution for common computer problems. It is important that before you proceed in
troubleshooting, you should consider the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) when
dealing with the electric components of the PC such as:
 Safe working conditions - help to prevent injury to people and damage to computer
equipment
o Safe workspace - clean, organized, and properly lighted workplace
o Awareness – an understanding of how to follow safely procedure for handling

computer equipment to reduce the risk of personal injury, damage to
property, and loss of data
o An understanding that any damage or loss may result in claims for damage
from the owner of the property and data
Figure 2.1 A clustered workspace (left) and a well-organized workspace
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of Computer Peripherals and Devices
Information Sheet
BASIC COMPUTER PROBLEMS, CAUSES, AND SOLUTIONS:
PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING TECHNIQUES
With MONITOR
Does not respond  Ensure all power sources are plugged in

(No power) and turned on.
o Check the power cord going from the

back of the monitor to the AVR and
the power cord going from the AVR to
the outlet.
o Ensure all power sources are plugged

in and turned on
o Make sure the AVR is turned on.
 Try plugging the monitor directly into the

wall.
o If the monitor then works, the AVR

has gone bad and will need to be
replaced. If not, the monitor must be
replaced.
"No Signal" display  Double check the cable and make sure
the cable going from the monitor to the
PC is plugged in and is in the
appropriate place.
o This error means that the monitor is

not plugged in to the PC.
Screen is fuzzy  Remove any electronic devices such as

fans or electric pencil sharpeners from
the proximity of the monitor.
o Ensure the monitor is plugged tightly

to the computer.

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With REMOVABLE DISC DRIVES
CD/DVD Drive does not eject  Use the emergency eject hole.
o Often located near the lower/middle

section of the DVD or CD Rom drive
is a small hole. Ensure all power
sources are plugged in and turned
on.
o This is not the hole with an

earphones symbol next to it.
o Find a paper clip and straighten it,

then place it inside the small hole
until you feel resistance. You may
need to move or wiggle the paper clip
before any resistance is felt. Press
firmly, but not hard enough to break
the paper clip. This should cause the
CD or DVD drive to eject manually.
With FLOPPY DISK
Stuck in drive  Use a flat head screw driver or a letter

opener to keep the flap open and the
floppy disk in view. Then, using a pair of
pliers, firmly grasp the disk and pull. If
the metal casing on the floppy disk is
bent, it may become caught and break
free inside the floppy drive.
o A floppy disk may become stuck in

the floppy drive if the metal casing of
the disk is bent or the label which is
a sticker had etched away from the
disk.
o To prevent this from happening,

make sure your floppy disks are not
damaged before attempting to use

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them.
o Please do not attempt to remove the

metal casing on your own.
With KEYBOARD
Computer does not recognize keystrokes  If the keyboard does not work at all,
check the back of the PC to make sure
the keyboard is correctly connected.
Remove the cable and reconnect it, then
reboot your PC. If the problem persists,
you will need a new keyboard.
 Lift the keyboard up, turn it over, and

firmly tap to remove any excess material
that may rest beneath the keys.
Keys on keyboard sove stiffly/ Not at all  You may also use a can of compressed
air to clean out the keyboard.
o The keyboard is probably dirty.

If the problem persists, the keyboard
may need to be replaced.
With MOUSE
Cannot move mouse cursor  Check the cable going from the mouse to
Mouse cursor difficult to move the back of the PC to make sure it is
connected appropriately.
 Remove then reconnect the mouse and

reboot the computer. If the mouse is still
not recognized, try another mouse in its
place.
 If the mouse is physically difficult to

move, either the mouse pad has worn
and needs to be replaced or the mouse
itself needs to be cleaned. In cleaning the
mouse:
o Turn the mouse over so that you can

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see the bottom.
o Remove the plastic holder covering

the ball by twisting it clockwise until
it comes off.
o Remove the ball.
o Cleanse the inner rollers with a

cotton swab dipped in alcohol. You
may also scrape off any accumulated
lint if no alcohol or swabs are
available.
With SPEAKER
 Check the speakers and make sure they

No sound is coming from the PC at all - are turned on and the volume is up.
for external speakers
 Check to make sure they are plugged in
and in the appropriate ports (the ports in
which the speakers should be plugged
are color coded to match the end of the
speakers on most machines).
o Go to the control panel and click

sounds or sounds and audio devices.
Make sure the device volume is
turned up and the mute checkbox is
not checked.
With SYSTEM UNIT
Computer has no power  Ensure all power sources are plugged in

and turned on.
 Check the power cord going from the

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back of the PC to the power strip, the
power cord going from the monitor to the
power strip, and the power cord going
from the power strip to the wall.
 Make sure the power strip is turned on.
o Try plugging the PC directly into the

wall.
o If the PC then works, the power strip

has gone bad and will need to be
replaced
 Make sure the problem lies within your

computer and not your monitor.
o Check the front of the PC (this is not

the same as the front of the monitor).
o Look for the light near the power

button. If there is light, either amber
or green in color, the problem could
be within the monitor.
o If another monitor is available, try

hooking it up to the PC and try
booting again.
o If there is no light in the front of the

computer, or a light appears briefly
then disappears, call a computer
technician for support.
Computer boots incorrectly  If an error message ―Invalid System Disk‖

appear on the screen, this means there is
a floppy disk stuck in the floppy drive.
Remove the floppy disk and try again.
PC running very slowly  A PC that is running very slowly is a

common error and one that may be
difficult to pinpoint.
o Sometimes, a program that requires

a lot of memory, especially games
and screensavers, will cause a
computer to run much more slowly
than usual.
o If a lot of programs are running at

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once, the PC can slow down as well.
 Perform disk defragmentation if newly

installed software has been made.
 If changes have been made to the PC,

unchanged them - meaning, remove any
hardware or uninstall any software to see
if this is what is causing the problem
with speed.
o Before installing any

programs/hardware it is necessary
to know the required system
specifications.
o For instance, a Pentium II processor

and a 64MB of RAM is not advisable
PC if you are going to install a MS
Windows XP as your operating
system.
o XP needs at least 128MB of RAM and

preferably a Pentium III processor.
 If the computer is only slow when many

programs are running, you probably
need a memory upgrade.
 If the computer is slow only when a

specific program is running, you should
check the specifications of that program
or even contact the manufacturer to see
if it is a known issue.
 If none of the above problems pertain to

your PC and it only runs slowly for no
apparent reason, you may have a system
error or a virus. First, run a virus scan.
You can do this by following these steps:
 Double-click the antivirus icon in the

lower right corner of the screen.
 Follow the procedures provided by the

antivirus manufacturer on how to
perform a computer scan.
 If a virus is found and can be eradicated,

memory problems should be solved. Re

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boot your PC and work as usual.
o If the problem is not solved, it is

possible that the machine is infected
with a malware.
Note: Once all of these troubleshooting steps have been completed, if

the computer still runs slowly, it will be necessary to call a computer
technician for technical services as the problem may be within the
Operating System or in the hardware of the PC itself.
Further Reading:
http://www.computerhope.com/basic.htm
http://www.winnpsb.org/dhs/troubleshooting/bct.htm
http://basicpctroubleshooting.com/

Activity Sheet
Activity Sheet 2.2
Basic Computer Problems: Causes and Solutions:
Instruction: Complete the table below.
TROUBLESHOOTING
SITUATIONS REASONS
TECHNIQUE
1. A floppy disk is stuck
in a drive
2. The computer boots

incorrectly
3. No sound is coming
from the external
speakers of the
computer
4. The mouse cursor
won’t move
5. The computer does
not recognize
keystrokes

Answer Key
Answer Key
Activity Sheet 2.2
Basic Computer Problems: Causes and Solutions:
TROUBLESHOOTING
SITUATIONS REASONS
TECHNIQUE
1. A floppy disk is stuck  A floppy disk may  Use a flat head screw
in a drive become stuck in the driver or a letter
floppy drive if the opener to keep the flap
metal casing of the open and the floppy
disk is bent or the disk in view. Then,
label which is a sticker using a pair of pliers,
had etched away from firmly grasp the disk
the disk. and pull
2. The computer boots  A floppy disk may be  Remove the floppy
incorrectly stuck in the floppy disk and try again.
drive.
3. No sound is coming  The speaker is turned  Check the speakers
from the external off. and make sure they
speakers of the  The volume is turned are turned on and the
computer down. volume is up.
 The speaker is not  Check to make sure
connected in the they are plugged in
proper port. and in the appropriate
 The mute check box ports.
might be checked.  Uncheck the mute
check box.
4. The mouse cursor  The mouse pad has  Replace the mouse
won’t move worn and needs to be pad.
replaced.  Clean the mouse itself.
 The mouse itself needs
to be cleaned.
5. The computer does  The keyboard is not  Make sure that the
not recognize properly connected. keyboard is correctly
keystrokes connected.

Assessment Sheet
Assessment Sheet
Demonstrating Proper Connection of Computer Peripherals and Devices
Instruction: In this activity you will connect and install the following basic computer
peripherals and devices in accordance with diagrams, users and operational manuals.
After connecting and installing the required devices, you need to test it for operation.
Make the necessary action in case trouble occurs.
While you are performing this activity your teacher will observe the following:
Peripheral/Device Connected Not Connected

1. Monitor
2. Keyboard
3. Mouse
4. Speaker
5. Printer
After you ensure that the computer is working properly, what are the necessary
actions to avoid the following problems:
1. Computer has no power?
Answer:_____________________________________________________________
2. "No Signal" display?
Answer:_____________________________________________________________
3. Computer does not recognize keystrokes?
Answer:_____________________________________________________________
4. Cannot move mouse cursor?
Answer:_____________________________________________________________
5. Printer doesn’t respond?
Answer:_____________________________________________________________

Answer Key
Answer Key
Assessment Sheet
Demonstrating Proper Connection of Computer Peripherals and Devices
1. Computer has no power?
Answer: Ensure all power sources are plugged in and turned on.
Check the power cord going from the back of the PC to the power strip, the power
cord going from the monitor to the power strip, and the power cord going from the
power strip to the wall. Make sure the power strip is turned on.
Try plugging the PC directly into the wall. If the PC then works, the power strip
has gone bad and will need to be replaced.
2. "No Signal" display?
Answer: Double check the cable and make sure the cable going from the monitor to
the PC is plugged in and is in the appropriate place. This error means that the
monitor is not plugged in to the PC.
3. Computer does not recognize keystrokes?
Answer: If the keyboard does not work at all, check the back of the PC to make
sure the keyboard is correctly connected. Remove the cable and reconnect it, then
reboot your PC. If the problem persists, you will need a new keyboard.
4. Cannot move mouse cursor?
Answer: Check the cable going from the mouse to the back of the PC to make sure
it is connected appropriately. Remove then reconnect the mouse and reboot the
computer. If the mouse is still not recognized, try another mouse in its place.
5. Printer doesn’t respond?
Answer: The problem could be with the print device itself. This could mean a paper
jam, the printer being out of ink or toner, or its plug being kicked out of the wall.

Introduction
Lesson 3 Types and Purposes of Software
Description:
This lesson covers the performance in the classification of software according to

types and purposes.
 classify of software according to types and purposes.
For you to satisfactorily complete this lesson, you are expected to:
 get at least fifteen (15) correct answers in Activity 3.1.1- Classifying

Software According to Type;
 get at least four (4) correct answers in Activity 3.1.2- Classifying Software
According to Purpose; and
 pass the Assessment Test of this lesson.
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Information Sheet
Classifying Computer Software
Definitions/descriptions of computer software:
 Software is computer instructions or data often regarded as anything but hardware

or anything that can be stored electronically.
 Software refers to the programs inside your computer.
 It is a general term used in describing the role that computer programs, procedure
and documentation play in a computer system.
 It provides instructions for a computer.
 It is general term for the various kinds of programs used to operate computers and
related devices.
 It refers to the programs, programming languages, and data that direct the
operations of a computer system.
Two types of computer software:
1. System Software - controls the programs inside your computer
- needed to control the operations of computer including

managing memory and peripherals, booting, transferring
data from memory to disk, rendering text onto a display
device and more.
- Operating System and Utility System are included under

this category
a. Operating - directs all the activities and sets all the rules for how the
System hardware and application software work together
- To allow the user to work, a user must have an interface that

serves as the medium of interaction among the user, software
and hardware. Two interfaces have emerged on the market of
operating systems: CLI and GUI interfaces.
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Two Interfaces of Operating System
CLI (Command Line Interface)
o In this interface, the user types in the command.
o The user sees the command line on the monitor.
o A command prompt, shown on the monitor, waits for commands from the
user.
o Examples of CLI are DOS, MSDOS and UNIX.
Figure 3.1 A screenshot of the CLI showing the command prompt
GUI (Graphical User Interface)
o This interface provides graphical representations of files, folders,

commands and programs.
o It makes the computer easier to use.
o Examples of GUI are Mac OS, Ubuntu and different Microsoft Windows
version.
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Figure 3.2 A screen shot of Microsoft Windows XP,
a GUI-based operating system
b. Utility - a program that that performs a very specific task and

Software maintains a very specific part of the Windows
operating system
Examples of utility software available in your system

are enumerated below:
Virus Protection – software that scans the computer’s

memory, all files and storage devices that are accessed. Its
function is to search for and remove viruses from your
computer.
Disk Compression – software or hardware that compresses

or decompresses data when needed
Disk Cleanup – provides help to the user by searching for

Figure 3.3 Examples of
anti-virus software
files that can be safely deleted to save space in the hard disk
File Compression – software that makes files smaller than

their original size to decrease the amount of disk space it
occupies
2. Application Software - works with the operating system software to help you use
your computer to do specific tasks such as typing letters
and reports, making presentations, editing videos, and
recording songs

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Types of Application Software
a. Word Processor
o used to create documents such as letters, reports, manuals, certificates,

newsletters, calendars, and specialized documents such as Web pages. Early
word processing programs include Wordstar and Multimate in the 1980s, and
Write and Ami Pro in the 1990s.
o Common word processing programs today include Microsoft Word,

WordPerfect and Ami Pro which was renamed as Word Pro.
Figure 3.4 Screenshots of word processing applications.Word Perfect (behind) and Microsoft
Office Word (in front)
b. Spreadsheet Application
o used to store numeric data that can be used in calculations
o calculations can be made automatically as formulas have been preset

into the spreadsheet
o the first spreadsheet program was called Visicalc
o Recent spreadsheet programs include Microsoft Excel, Lotus 123 and

Quattro Pro.
Figure 3. 5 The past and the present. Screenshots of Visicalc (Left) and Microsoft Office
Excel(Right)

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c. Presentation Software
o used to create professional-looking presentations that can may contain

text, drawing, pictures, sounds, video, etc.
o popularly used for presenting reports instead of the usual visual aids
o Examples of this kind of software are Microsoft PowerPoint, Corel

Presentation and Lotus Freelance Graphics.
Figure 3. 6 Presenting the screenshots of presentation software.

Impress (left) and Microsoft Office PowerPoint (right)
d. Database Application
o used to store and manage large quantities of data organized as records,

fields, and files using the computer
o structures information so you can search the database by specific or

generalized content called a query
o Most industries, schools and other large companies use database

applications such as Microsoft Access, Lotus Approach and dBase Plus
database programs.

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Figure 3.7 Database software splash screens.

(From rear to front) FileMaker Pro, Microsoft Office Access and Oracle
e. Desktop Publishing Application
o used to create newspapers, newsletters, brochures, and similar types of

publications
o commonly used programs today are Microsoft Publisher and Adobe
PageMaker
f. Graphics Editing Software
o used to create, scan and edit images and digital photographs on your
computer
o Examples are Microsoft Paint, Adobe Photoshop, Corel Photo Paint and
CorelDraw.
g. Multimedia Software
o used to present data in more than one medium, such as combining
text, graphics, animation, audio and video.
o These kinds of programs are widely used by filmmakers utilizing

computers for their special digital effects. Such programs are the
Microsoft Movie Maker, Flash and Power Director.

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h. Web Browser
o used to access and view websites and its web pages
o Examples of web browsers are Internet Explorer, Netscape Navigator

and Mozilla Firefox.
Figure 3. 8 Examples of web browsers shortcut icons

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Activity 3.1
Classifying Software According to Type
Directions: Perform the procedure indicated below.
Procedure: 1. Reproduce the diagram below on a separate sheet of

paper.
2. Classify the software by supplying the different
types of software in the boxes below.
3. Describe the type of software you wrote on the space
provided following the indicated numbers
4. After accomplishing the task, refer to Scoring Guide
6.2 for instructions on how to assess your output.
SOFTWARE
1 6
2 7
3 8
4 9
5 10
11
12
13
14

Answer Key
Performance Scoring Rubrics 3.1
Classifying Software According to Type
Directions: 1. Choose a partner and have him/her check your output.
2. Give one check for each correct response in the diagram.
3. After checking, identify the items you failed to answer correctly

then go back to the part of the information sheet to refresh
yourself about the topic.
SOFTWARE
System Software 1 6 Application Software
Operating System 2 Word Processor 7
Command Line Interface Spreadsheet Application

3 8
Graphical User Interface Presentation Software

4 9
Utility Software 5 Database Application 10
Desktop Publishing
Software 11
Graphics Editing
12
Software
Multimedia Software
13
Web Browser 14

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Activity 3.2
Classifying Software According to Purpose
Direction: With the following enumerated purposes/functions on the table below,

classify them accordingly if it is an application or system software by writing
your answer on the appropriate table given below.
a. calculate data
b. Control program in the computer
c. create documents such as letters, reports, manuals
d. create presentations
e. creating brochures, newsletters
f. edit images and digital photographs
g. Help transfer data from one storage to another
h. Manage hardware such as computer peripherals
i. Manage the computer memory
j. Provide user interface for the user to interact with the computer
k. Set the rules for how the hardware and application software work
together.
l. Record songs
Application Software System Software

Answer Key
Performance Scoring Rubrics 3.2
Classifying Software According to Purpose
Directions: Perform the procedure indicated below.
Procedure: 1. Compare your answers on the table.

2. Identify incorrect answers and go over the lesson again for mastery of
the lesson.
LIST OF CORRECT ANSWER (IN ANY ORDER)
Application Software System Software
a. create documents such a. Control the program in the computer

as letters, reports,
manuals b. Set the rules for how the hardware and
application software work together
b. calculate data
c. Provide user interface for the user to
c. create presentations interact with the computer
d. creating brochures, d. Manage the computer memory

newsletters
e. Manage hardware such as computer
e. edit images and digital peripherals
photographs
f. Help transfer data from one storage to
f. record songs another

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Assessment 3.1
Types and Purposes of Software
A. Direction: Classify the following according to type. Write System Software or

Application Software on the blank provided
1. Word processor _______________________

2. Windows 7 _______________________
3. Spreadsheet application _______________________
4. Mac OS _______________________
5. MSDOS _______________________
6. Desktop Publishing Software _______________________
7. Graphics editing software _______________________
8. Ubuntu _______________________
9. Web browser _______________________
10. Database application software_______________________
B. Direction: Classify the following according to purpose. Write System Software or
Application Software on the blank provided
_______________1. Control program in the computer

_______________2. Create documents such as letters, reports, manuals
_______________3. Create presentations
_______________4. Manage hardware such as computer peripherals
_______________5. Create brochures, newsletters
_______________6. Edit images and digital photographs
_______________7. Help transfer data from one storage to another
_______________8. Manage the computer memory
_______________9. Calculate data
_______________10. Provide user interface for the user to interact with the
computer.

Answer Key
Answer Key
Assessment 3.1. A- Types and Purposes of Software
ANSWER
1. Word processor Application Software
2. Windows 7 System Software
3. Spreadsheet application Application Software
4. Mac OS System Software
5. MSDOS System Software
6. Desktop Publishing Software Application Software
7. Graphics editing software Application Software
8. Ubuntu System Software
9. Web browser Application Software
10. Database application software Application Software
Key Answer to Assessment 3.1.B - Types and Purposes of Software
1. System Software
2. Application Software
4. System Software
7. System Software
8. System Software
10. System Software

Introduction
Lesson 4 Logging on or logging off in Windows 7 Operating System
Description:
This lesson covers one of the performances required in proper turning on and off of
computer and logging on and off of computer.
 turn on and off computers safely and properly based on activity and
 log on and off in the computer according to activity requirements.
 perform proper turning on and off the computers in Activity 3.2.1 - Turning
on and off the computer;
 perform logging on and off successfully in the computers in Activity 3.2.1 -
Logging on and off the computer; and

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Information Sheet 4
Turning on or Turning off in the Computer
Before you can log on to any operating system you must turn on your computer.
Proper turning on and shutting down of your computer will make the functional life of
your computer last long. There are different ways to turn on and shut down the computer
properly and the following are some of these procedure.
Before turning on the Computer, check for:
 Locations of power buttons/switch.
Figure 4.1 – Power button/switch
o Many newer computers have power switch at the front, sometimes at the top
right or in the center of the front panel
o Power switch for monitor is usually at the front on the lower right corner.
o Power button switch is usually displayed with icon .

 Cable plug
- make sure it is inserted firmly on the socket.
In turning on the computer, make sure to:
 Turn on the computer’s Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR) /or Uninterrupted

Power Supply (UPS).
 Turn on the System Unit’s power
 Turn on the monitor. Wait while the computer is booting or starting up until
windows open. By this time you can now log on to your computer.
Note: Some computers do not have customized user account. For this set up,
anyone can use the computer without logging on to computer.
Logging in to the computer
To log in to obtain access to the computer which may require security codes or
password and to log out or log off (perform a logout / logoff) is done when the access is
no longer needed. To log out is to close off one's access to a computer system after having
previously logged in.

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After a computer has been turned on and windows opened up, you are now ready
to log on by following these steps:
1. Click on the User icon in the Welcome Screen.
Note: If you have no assigned account, you may log in using the guest account if it is turned
on. If not, there’s no way you can log in. You may ask your teacher or anyone holding
administrator account to log in and create an account for you.
2.
Figure 4.2 Examples of opened different windows welcome screen ready for logging in.
Enter
the password on your account to access the computer.
3. Click ok or hit the Enter key on your keyboard or click on the arrow button located to
the right of the password input box.
Note: When you log on to your computer you will be taken to the Windows Desktop.
Logging off, Shut Down, Switch User, Lock, and Restart Windows 7
Logging off
1. Click start Button.
2. Click the arrow to the left of shut down button.
3. Click log off
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Figure 4.3 A windows 7Start up screen where options are

displayed after clicking the right arrow button on shut down
button.
When you are done working with your computer, Windows 7 provides users with
multiple options to exit their computers for use at a later time. The options are described
in detail below.
Switch User - Allows logged on user to remain logged on while another user logs on to
the computer via a different account.
Log off - Completely logs off user and returns computer to Welcome Screen.
Lock - Locks down system while computer remains powered on. User must provide
password in order to regain entry to machine.
Restart - Powers down computer and reboots it. Usually done for updates or if system is
experiencing problems.
Sleep - A power-saving state that allows the computer to quickly resume full-power
operation within a few seconds. Very useful when you want to get on your
computer right away.
Hibernate - Hibernation is a power-saving state designed primarily for laptops. A power

saving state that puts your open documents and programs on your hard disk, and
then turns off your computer. You can easily go back to active document of
programs when you log in.
Shut down - Completely powers down computer.
In turning off your computer, make sure to
1. Close any open application or program.
2. Click the Start button
3. Click Shut Down button or Turn Off Computer button for earlier windows
version. A dialog box will appear for the latter while Windows 7 will proceed to
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shut down computer without any dialog box. It may warn you of unclosed
programs that you may lose unsaved work before final shut down.
4. Power off the AVR or UPS.
5. Click the Turn Off button. The computer will gradually close its opened programs
and process to shut down. In some computers, a message will appear ―It is now
safe to turn off your computer.‖ In this case, you must press the power button to
turn off computer. This usually happens when the computer does not have ATX
(Advance Technology Extended) Technology. ATX allows the computer to be turned
off via software.
Figure 4.4 displays the dialog box

that presents options other than the
Turn off button.
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Activity Sheet
Activity Sheet 4
Turning on/off the Computer

Directions: Perform the task of proper turning on computer by following the steps
discussed in the information sheet. Log on and log out to the computer
before shutting down. Let your partner/classmate accomplish the checklist
by checking the steps performed.
A. Turning on the Computer
STEPS Observed Not Observed

Power connections and locations of power
buttons are checked.
AVR or UPS is switched on.
System unit is powered on
Monitor is switched on
B. Logging on the Computer

User icon in the Welcome Screen is
clicked.
Password is entered on his account
OK button is clicked or Enter key on the
keyboard is hit.
C. Logging off on the Computer

Close any open application or program
Click the Start button
Click Log Off button
D. Turning Off the computer

Closed all open programs.
Start button is clicked.
Shut down button is clicked.
UPS or AVR is powered off.
NOTE: All steps have to be followed IN ORDER before you can proceed to next lesson;
otherwise, you MUST go over the activity again for mastery of the operation.
Indicators
All steps are strictly followed Proceed to the next lesson
Try again until all steps are
One or more steps are not followed
followed

Activity Sheet
Assessment
Logging on or logging off in Windows 7 Operating System
Directions: Perform again the activity 3.1. By this time you will be assessed if you can
perform proper turning on or off the computer and logging on and off in the computer. All
steps must be followed correctly in order to pass the assessment.
References:
http://www.gilsmethod.com/log-on-log-off-and-shut-down-windows-7
http://www.gcflearnfree.org
http://www.informit.com
http://www.coolnerds.com

Introduction
Lesson 5 Features and Functions of Microsoft Windows 7
Description:
This lesson covers the performance navigating and accessing features and
functions of Microsoft Windows 7.
 navigate and access features and functions of Microsoft windows 7.
 successfully access at least eleven features of windows 7 in Activity 3.3 –

Accessing features of Windows 7;

Information Sheet
Information Sheet 5
Features and Functions of Microsoft Windows 7

Windows 7 is the latest version of a series of Operating Systems that Microsoft
has produced for use on personal computers. It is the follow-up to the Windows Vista
Operating System which was released in 2006. An operating system allows your computer
to manage software and perform essential tasks. It is also a Graphical User Interface
(GUI) that allows you to visually interact with your computer’s functions in a logical, fun
and easy way.
Here is a list of features and functions that are unique to Windows 7:
 Aero is an interface that makes your visual interactions with the desktop fun and
easy. AERO stands for "Authentic, Energetic, Reflective and Open". Aero was first
introduced in Windows Vista as a graphical user interface (GUI) that offers the glass
effect on Vista windows.
 Aero Shake – allows you to take your mouse and shake only the open window you
want to focus on and the rest will disappear.
 Aero Snap – is a quick way to resize your windows to make them easier to read,
organize and compare.
 Aero Peek - makes your open windows transparent so you may see your desktop.
It also allows you to peek at items in your taskbar for a thumbnail preview.
 Aero Flip - allows you to preview all your open windows from a central window or
3D view that you can flip through.
 Aero Templates, Themes – new backgrounds and themes unique and created for
Windows 7 (including free additional themes downloadable from Microsoft).
 Task Bar (Improved) - is now more convenient to use with larger views and easier
access. "Pin" favorite programs anywhere on the taskbar; rearrange programs in any
way you like by clicking and dragging. Point to a taskbar icon to see a thumbnail
preview of open files or programs. Then, move your mouse over a thumbnail to preview
the window full-screen.
 Jump Lists allow you to right click on an icon in the taskbar and immediately
access items like music, videos or web pages that you use on a regular basis.
 Pin allows you to place programs on the taskbar and rearrange the order of the
icons as you wish.
 Action Center allows you to control the alerts and pop-up you receive regarding
maintenance and security.
 Search Bar - As soon as you start typing in the Search bar of the Start Menu you will
instantly see a list of relevant options grouped by categories with highlighted keywords
and text. This allows you to easily scan for the documents, music, pictures and email
you are looking for.
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 Libraries - make it easier to find, work with, and organize documents, music, pictures,
and videos scattered across your PC or network. Windows 7 has four default Libraries
for documents, music, pictures and videos; however, you can customize and create
your own Libraries based on your needs.
 Gadgets (Improved) – the Sidebar has been eliminated; Gadgets can be placed
anywhere; New Gadgets have more functionality. You can select or download gadgets
such as slide show, calendar or weather update to add to your Desktop. The live
updates of some gadgets like weather, stocks and feed headlines are quite convenient.
Other New Features in Windows 7
 Device Stage - helps users interact with any compatible device connected to a
Windows 7 computer; view device status and run common tasks from a single window.
The key words here are "compatible devices." When you plug a device into your
computer such as a camera, mobile phone or flash drive, a window will open up with a
menu of popular tasks, status information and options for your device.
 HomeGroup - allows you to connect two or more PCs on a home network in order to
easily share and access files and printers.
 Remote Media Streaming - With Remote Media Streaming you can access your
music, pictures and videos stored on your home PC remotely using the Internet.
 Location-Aware Printing – if you travel between offices or home and office, this
feature is handy: Windows 7 remembers which network and printer you're using and
automatically switches the default printer to match the one you last used.
 Multiplayer Games – The Games Explorer in Windows 7 was redesigned to satisfy

both casual and hard-core gamers alike. You can now elect to get software updates
and news feeds for installed titles. The Games Explorer also tracks wins, losses, and
other fun stats.
 Play to function - makes it easy to stream music, video, and photos from your
computer to other PCs, TVs, or stereos on your home network. You can stream music
from your PC to your home entertainment system or stream slide shows and videos to
another computer or to your TV. Just right-click the music tracks you’d like to hear
and select Play To. Play To works with other PCs running Windows 7 and devices
compliant with the Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) media standard.
Accessing and Navigating Features and Functions of Windows 7
A. Using Aero Shake, Aero Snap, and Aero Peek
Aero Shake
Just hold and shake a window, or quickly drag it back and forth, and all the
other windows will be minimized. Shaking it again will restore them back.
Aero Snap

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1. Just click and drag a window to the right or left side of the desktop and it will
fill half of the screen.
2. Snap a window to the top of the desktop and it will be maximized.
3. Dragging a window to touch the top or bottom edge of the screen maximizes it
to full height while retaining its width; or pull it off and the window returns to
its original height.
Aero Peek
Just hover over a taskbar icon and a thumbnail of that program will be
shown. Hover over the thumbnail to preview that program in full view.
Flip
Flip and Flip 3D are two more ways you can preview your open windows.
1. Press and hold the Alt key + the Tab key to open the Flip view of your open
windows.
2. While still pressing the Alt key, you can Flip through the open windows by
pressing the Tab key.
Figure 5.1 Flipping Windows
3. Stop on the window you want to open and it will appear on the full screen.
4. Press and hold the Windows key + the Tab key for a 3D version of Flip.
(Option - To keep Flip 3D open, press Control + Windows key + Tab.)
5. Use the Tab key or Arrow keys to Flip through your open windows.
Using Jump List
Jump Lists allow you to right click on an icon in the taskbar and
immediately access items like music, videos or web pages that you use on a regular
basis.

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In this illustration, an internet icon on the taskbar was right-clicked to
display the most and recent sites visited.
Figure 5.2 Using Jump List
Pin a program to the taskbar
You can pin a program directly to the taskbar so you can open it quickly and
conveniently, rather than looking for the program in the Start menu.
If the program is already running, right-click the program's button on the

taskbar (or drag the button toward the desktop) to open the program’s Jump
List, and then click Pin this program to taskbar.
– or –
If the program isn't running, click Start, find the program’s icon, right-click the
icon, and then click Pin to Taskbar.

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Figure 5.3 Pinning the program Figure 5.4 Unpinning the

program
You can also pin a program by dragging the program's shortcut from the desktop or
Start menu to the taskbar. Additionally, if you drag the shortcut of a file, folder, or website
to the taskbar, and the associated program isn't already pinned there, then that program
is pinned to the taskbar and the item s pinned to the program’s Jump List.
Note:
 To remove a pinned program from the taskbar, open the program's Jump List,
and then click Unpin this program from taskbar.
 Folders and shortcuts to folders appear in the Windows Explorer Jump List
when opened or pinned.
 You can pin a program from the Start menu to the taskbar, but not from the
taskbar to the Start menu.
Accessing Action Center
Action Center lists important messages about security and maintenance settings
that need your attention. Red items in Action Center are labeled Important, and indicate
significant issues that should be addressed soon, such as an outdated antivirus program
that needs updating. Yellow items are suggested tasks that you should consider
addressing, like recommended maintenance tasks.
1. Open Action Center by clicking the Start button ,

2. Clicking Control Panel,
3. Click Action Center
4. Review recent messages

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Step 1 & 2 Step 3 Step 4
Figure 5.5 Steps in accessing Action Center
Using Search Bar
You can use the search box on the Start menu to find files, folders, programs, and
e-mail messages stored on your computer.
To find an item using the search bar in Start menu:
 Click the Start button , and then type a word or part of a word in the
search box.
 Search results appear as soon as you start typing in the search box.
 As you type, items that match your text will appear on the Start menu. The
search results are based on text in the file name, text in the file, tags, and
other file properties.
Search
results
The search bar. This

is where you type key
words you are
searching
Start
Button
Figure 5.6 Searching at Start menu

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Accessing Library in Windows 7
There are four default libraries (Documents, Music, Pictures, and Videos). Users
can also create new libraries or modify existing ones to suit their needs and share them
with people in your Home Group. Within a library items can be ordered by folder, date
and other user-chosen properties. Here are the steps:
1. Click Start Button
2. Click Computer on the Start Menu
3. Click Library
4. You can now access files from default libraries such as documents, music,
video, and Pictures.
Using Gadgets
Gadgets can be added to the Desktop based on convenience and appeal.
1. In the Search bar of the Start Menu, type Gadgets
2. Click desktop gadgets or desktop gallery gadgets
3. Select and drag the Gadgets you desire and place them anywhere you want on
the Desktop.
Figure 5.7 Gadgets Dialog box
Using Device Stage
Device Stage is new visual interface that makes it easy to find the things you want
to do with your devices on your Windows 7 PC. You could think of Device Stage as a
multi-function version of Autoplay where it displays all the applications, services, and
information related to your device
You can use device stage when you plug compatible device or even connected blue
tooth or wifi.

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Using Homegroup
1. In the Search bar of the Start Menu, type homegroup
2. Click homegroup.
3. If you are connected to homegroup network, you can access and share file and
printer.
Using Remote Media Streaming
To use Remote Media Streaming, both computers must be running Windows 7.

Windows Media Player walks you through the steps to turn it on (you'll need to associate
both computers with an online ID, such as a Windows Live e-mail address). Then when
you connect through the Internet, the Player will display and play the media libraries on
your home PC the same way it does when you're connected directly to your home network.
Using Location Aware Printing
These instructions assume that your computer is connected to at least two

networks. If you don’t have printer connections on both networks, you can select the
built-in Microsoft XPS Document Writer in place of a physical printer to follow these
instructions.
To use Location Aware Printing
1. Click the Start menu, and then click Devices and Printers.
2. Under Printers and Faxes, click a printer to select it. In Figure 1, the HP
Deskjet 2500 series is selected.
Figure 5.8 Devices and Printers
3. In the menu bar, click Manage Default Printers.
4. In the Manage Default Printers dialog box, shown in Figure 2, click Change
my default printer when I change networks, specify which printer should
be the default for each network, and then click OK:
a. In the Select network list, click a network.

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b. In the Select printer list, click a printer to use as the default printer
for that network.
c. Click Add.
Figure 5.9. The Manage Default Printers dialog box
Using multi-player games
Click start button then select games, a dialogue box just same as figure below will
appear. You can now choose and click the game to launch it.
Figure 5.10 Games Dialog box

Activity Sheet
Activity Sheet 5
Accessing Features of Windows 7
Direction: Choose a partner to check the performance checklist shown below. Following
the steps or instruction on the information sheet, access and navigate the new
features and functions of Microsoft Windows 7 as enumerated below. You
must successfully access the features in order to have an approval mark.
Features Successfully Not

Performed successfully
performed
1. Aero Peek
2. Aero Snap
3. Aero Flip
4. Aero Shake
5. Jump List
6. Pin
7. Action Center
8. Search Bar
9. Library
10. Gadget
11. Device Stage
12. Home group
13. Remote Media Streaming
14. Location Aware Printing
15. Multiplayer Games
PERFORMANCE SCORING RUBRICS 3.3
Features Successfully REMARKS

Performed
15 successfully performed Congratulations! You did it great
13 successfully performed Wow! Almost Perfect. Try to go over the features you
were not able to access or navigate. Ask assistance
for your teacher if necessary.
11 successfully performed Very Good. But you have go over the steps again.
Carefully follow the steps of features which were
unsuccessfully navigated. You may ask assistance if
you fail again.
9 successfully performed Good. Please try performing again the task you failed
to accomplish. You can go over the steps again and
carefully follow the instruction. You may consult your
teacher for any problem in accessing the features.

Assessment Sheet
Assessment
Accessing Features of Windows 7
Directions: Perform the following tasks below. You have to successfully perform at least
8 tasks in order to pass the assessment.
Task Successfully Not

Performed successfully
performed
1. Pin Microsoft Word to the Task Bar

2. Launch solitaire game
3. Place a clock gadget on the desktop
4. Open action center
5. Open music library
6. Search for device manager
7. Flip through an open window
8. Aero Shake a window
9. Access any item through jump list
10. Access home group

Reference
References:
http://www.gcflearnfree.org/windows7
http://windows.about.com/od/windowsosversions/a/windows_7_features_functions.htm
http://www.coolbuster.net/2009/05/windows-7-how-to-use-aero-shake-aero.html
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/Using-Aero-Flip-3D
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/Pin-a-program-to-the-taskbar
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/What-is-Action-Center
http://windows.about.com/od/windowsforbeginners/ss/winndows_7_libraries.htm
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ee424313(WS.10).asp

Introduction
Lesson 6 Modifying Desktop Screen
Description:
This lesson covers the performance required in modifying desktop screen and
windows element.
 modify desktop screen and windows elements.
 get a score of at least six ( 6 ) points in activity 4.1.1 – Familiarizing with Windows
desktop screen;
 get a score of at least 80% of acceptable answers in Activity 4.1.2– Familiarizing
with Start Menu;
 get a score of at least eight ( 8 ) points in Activity 4.1.3 – Customizing start menu;
 get a score of at least eight ( 8 ) points in Activity 4.1.4 – Customizing Desktop
Screen;
 modify desktop screen and windows elements in accordance with the requirements;
and
 pass the Assessment Tests of this lesson.
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Activity Sheet
Activity 6.1
Familiarizing with the Windows Desktop Screen
Instruction: Identify the numbered parts of window below and give its description or
function. Write your answer on the table below. You need to get at least
six (6) correct answers before you can proceed to the next activity.
6 7 8
4 1
3 2
No. Name Description/Function

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Tips:
You can refer to Windows 7 help, books, or you can search the
information on the web using the keyword “The Elements of
Windows Seven Desktop” to get the answers in this activity.
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Answer Key
Answer Key
Activity 6.1
Familiarizing with the Windows Desktop Screen
No. Name Description/Function

1 Show Desktop Button Shows desktop when clicked or hovered on it.
2 Notification Icons Indicates the status of an operation or to

notify the user about an event.
3 Program Buttons Active programs or incative programs which
may be accessed anytime with a click.
4 Start Button Provides a central launching point for
application and tasks.
5 Desktop Icons Provides quick access to specific program
6 Start Menu Provides a list of previously accessed

programs with search box and control panel
items
7 Desktop Background Displays the background design
8 Gadget (Clock) Displays current itme
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Activity Sheet
Activity 6.2
Familiarizing with Start Menu
Instruction: Follow the instruction below. Write your answer on the table provided for.
You need to get at least (80%) correct answers before you can proceed to the next
activity
1. On the left pane, identify the pinned prorams and most frequently used
programs. (List of pinned programs is usually at the top of the left pane and
separated by thin line. Below it are frequently used programs. You can also
identify pinned programs by applying right click for each program. A program
with which contain Unpin from Start menu in the dialogue box is actually the
pinned program while those with Pin to Start Menu are frequently used
prorams)
2. Enumerate the all programs installed on your computer.
3. On the right pane, give the function of each links to your most frequently used
items.(You can start menu and point you mouse to the links or folders on the
right pane. You can take note of the functions as it appears when you point
your mouse.)
4. Identify the additional options that a user can do as displayed on the right
arrow beside the shut down button.

Activity Sheet
PINNED Frequently LINKS OR

FUNCTION
PROGRAMS Used Programs FOLDERS
User’s
Folder
Document
Library
Picture
Library
Music
Library
Games
Computer
Control
Panel
FREQUENTLY Devices
USED PROGRAMS and
Printers
Default
Programs
Help and
support
Options in the Start Button

Arrow
Note: Use a separate sheet of paper if necessary

Answer Key
Answer Key
Activity 6.2
Familiarizing with Start Menu
(Dependent on installed programs)
PINNED Installed Programs Links or

FUNCTION
PROGRAMS Folders
Microsoft Office User’s Open your personal folder.
Computer
Folder
Microsoft Encarta Document Access letters, reports, notes and
PowerPoint Dictionaries Library other kinds of documents.
2010
Yahoo Nero 8 Picture View and organize digital pictures
Messenger Library
Yahoo Messenger Music Play music and other audio files.
iLumina Gold
Library
Windows Media Games Play and manage games on your
Paint
Center computer
Computer See the disk drives and other
Microsoft
hardware connected to your
PowerPoint 2010
computer
Control Changes settings and customize
Control Panel
Panel the functionality of your computer.
FREQUENTLY Devices View and manage devices, printers
USED iLumina Gold and and print jobs.
PROGRAMS Printers
Default Choose default programs for web
Replay Media
Adobe Reader 9 Programs browsing, e-mail, playing music
Catcher
and other activities.
Help and Find help topics, tutorials,
Course Lab Adobe Reader 9 support troubleshooting and other support
services.
Replay Media
Accessories
Catcher
Options in the Start Button Arrow
Control Panel Quick Time
Switch user
Mozilla Firefox Paint
Encarta Log off
Notepad
Dictionaries
Windows Media Lock
Notepad
Player
Kaspersky Restart
Internet Course Lab
Security 2011
Kaspersky Internet Sleep
Calculator
Security 2011
Microsoft Hibernate
Mozilla Firefox
Encarta
Microsoft Encarta

Activity Sheet
Activity 6.3
Customizing Start Menu
Direction: You are going to perform the procedure below in customizing start menu.
While performing the tasks, carefully observe the changes or occurrences for future
use. You have to successfully perform at least seven (7) tasks before you can have
assessment of this lesson.
Procedure:
1. Click start button and right click one of the frequently used program. Select Pin
to Start Menu. Pin two programs on the Start Menu.
2. Click start button and right click one program then click Remove from the list.
Remove 2 programs on the Start Menu.
3. Right Click an empty space of the Task Bar and uncheck Lock the taskbarRight
click again an empty space of the task bar and move the task bar at the top of
the desktop while holding down the right mouse button. Return the taskbar on
its former position. This is an empty space of
taskbar.
4. Right click Start button and then Properties. Uncheck the first box on the start
menu tab of the Taskbar and Menu Properties to clear recently opened
programs. To clear recently opened files, uncheck the second box to clear
recently opened items in the Start menu, and then click OK.
5. Display Taskbar and Start Menu properties by performing again step 4. On the
start menu tab, click customize button. At the bottom of the Customize Start
menu dialogue box, enter the number of the programs you want to display or

Activity Sheet
use down or up arrow. Limit the number of the programs to 3. Click OK then
OK again.
6. Display Taskbar and Start Menu properties dialogue box then click customize.
In the Customize Start menu, click don’t display them under the computer
header. Click OK then OK again.
7. Display again Taskbar and Start Menu properties dialogue box then click
customize. Click the Use Default Settings, Click OK then OK again.
8. Display Taskbar and Start Menu properties dialogue box then click customize.
Scroll through list of options to find the Run Command checkbox, select it.
Click OK then OK again.
9. Display Taskbar and Start Menu properties dialogue box. In the Start Menu
tab, select Store and display recently opened items in the Start menu and the
taskbar check box.Click Customize and scroll through the list of options to find
the Recent Items check box, select it, click OK, and then click OK again.
Tips:
You can refer to Windows 7 help and support using the keyword
“Start Menu” to help accomplish the tasks.

Activity Sheet
Activity Checklist:
Not
TASKS Performed
Performed
1. Pin program to Start Menu.
2. Remove program icon to the start
menu.
3. Move the Taskbar and Start menu
4. Clear recently opened programs and
files in the start menu.
5. Limit the number of program in Start
Menu.
6. Customizing right pane of the Start
menu.
7. Use Start menu default settings.
8. Add run command in the Start menu.

9. Add recently opened items in the Start
menu

Activity Sheet
Assessment
Customizing Start Menu
Direction: You will undertake the different tasks performed in the recent activity sheet.
You have to successfully perform at least eight (8) tasks so that you can move to
the next activity.
Not
TASKS Performed
Performed
1. Pin any program available in the
frequently used program on the Start
Menu.
2. Remove any program on the start
menu.
3. Move the Taskbar and Start menu to
the left side of the desktop screen.
4. Bring back the Taskbar and Start
menu to its original position.
5. Clear recently opened programs and
files in the start menu.
6. Limit the number of programs listed on
the Start menu to three (3).
7. Remove control panel on the right
pane of Start Menu.
8. Use default settings in the Start Menu.
9. Display Run Command on the Start
Menu.
10. Display recently opened programs and
files in the Start Menu.

Activity Sheet
Activity 6.4
Customizing Desktop Screen
Direction: You are going to perform the procedure below in customizing Desktop Screen.
While performing the tasks, carefully observe the changes or occurrences. You
have to successfully perform at least eight (8) tasks before you can have
assessment of this lesson.
Procedure:
1. Right click empty portion of the desktop screen and select Personalize. Select
Architecture. Wait for a while for the desktop screen to change. Select Nature
this time to have another desktop background.

Activity Sheet
2. Right click empty portion of the desktop screen and select Gadgets. Double
click Clock or right click then add. Move the clock to the center top of the
desktop.
3. Right click empty area of the taskbar then point to toolbars. Click Address.
4. Display Taskbar and Start Menu Properties dialogue box. On the Taskbar Tab,
click customize in the Notification Area. Select only show notifications for all
the icons.

Activity Sheet
5. Display the Taskbar and Start Menu dialogue box. Under Taskbar Tab, click
the pull down button on Taskbar buttons. Select never combine.

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6. Click the arrow next to the notification area, and then drag the any icon you
want to move to the notification area on the taskbar.
7. Display the Taskbar and Start Menu dialogue box. On Taskbar Tab, under
Taskbar appearance, select the Auto-hide the taskbar check box, and then click
OK.

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8. Right click an empty area of taskbar, select unlock if it is lock. Point your
mouse to the edge of the taskbar until it changes to double-headed arrow and
then drag the border to increase the size.
9. Right click an empty desktop area, point your mouse to view then select Large
icons.
10. Right click an empty desktop area, point your mouse to Sort by then select
size.
Tips:
You can refer to Windows 7 help and support using the keyword
“Desktop” to help accomplish the tasks.

Activity Sheet
Activity Checklist:
Not
TASKS Performed
Performed
1. Personalize desktop screen.
2. Add desktop gadget.
3. Add toolbar to taskbar

4. Show icons in notification area
5. Customize taskbar buttons
6. Add program icon to notification area.
7. Hide taskbar
8. Modify size of taskbar
9. Change size of icons on the desktop

10. Sort icons on the desktop

Activity Sheet
Assessment
Modifying Desktop Screen
Direction: You will to undertake the different tasks performed in the recent activity sheet.
You have to successfully perform at least eight (8) tasks before you can proceed to
next activity.
Not
TASKS Performed
Performed
1. Change the desktop theme from nature
to characters.
2. Display Calendar gadget on the

desktop.
3. Add links to toolbars
4. Customize notification area to Show

all icons notification always.
5. Set the taskbar buttons to combine

when taskbar is full mode.
6. Add program icon to notification area.
7. Hide then unhide the taskbar.
8.. Resize the taskbar
9. Show medium icons view,
10. Arrange the desktop icons by date

modified.

Reference
References
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ee424313(WS.10).aspx
http://www.gocomputertraining.com/windows-7-desktop.html
http://www.mschnlnine.vo.llnwd.net/d1/pdc08/PPTX/PC24.pptx

Introduction
Lesson 7 Manipulating Windows
Description:
This lesson covers the performance in manipulating of windows.
 modify desktop screen and windows elements.
 get a score of at least ( 7 ) points in activity 4.2.1 – Familiarizing with

windows;
 get a score of at least 45 points in activity 4.2.3 – Manipulating windows;
 manipulate windows in accordance with the requirements; and

Activity Sheet
Activity 7.1
Familiarizing Windows
Instruction: Identify and describe the parts of a typical Windows. Refer to Windows
Desktop Screen below. Identify the numbered parts of window and give its
description or function. Write your answer on the table below. You need to
get at least seven (7) correct answers before you can proceed to the next
activity.
1 2 3
4
9
7
Figure 4.2.2 Parts of a Typical Window
No. Parts Description/Function

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Tips:
You can refer to Windows 7 help and support using the

keyword “Windows” to help accomplish the tasks.

Activity Sheet
Answer Key
Activity 7.1
Familiarizing Windows
No. Parts Description/Function
Displays the name of the document and program

1 Title bar
(or the folder name if you're working in a folder).
2 Mimimize button Hides window
3 Maximize button Enlarge window to fill the whole screen
4 Close button Removes window from the desktop and taskbar
The frame of the window where you can drag with

5 Border
your mouse to change the sixe of th window.
Let’s you scroll the contents of the window to see

6 Scroll bar
information that is currently out of view.
7 Status bar shows the present condition of the window
Contains items that you can click to make choices

8 Menu
in a program
A program icon that can be utilize to restore, move,

9 Application Icon
size, minimize, maximize and close.

Information Sheet
Manipulating Windows
To get the most out of your working environment, you should know how to manage
and explore its window.
In windows environment, programs can be launched at the same time because it

has multi-tasking capabilities. A window opens for every program launched. When
several programs are opened, several windows will also open. Changing the position and
the size of windows will help organize your work properly.
Moving a window
Position your mouse on the Title Bar of the window. Press the left button and drag
to any direction or location then release the button.
Title Bar
Figure 7.1 Title Bar of Paint window
Changing the size of a window
In the previous lesson, you learned the use of Maximize, Minimize and Restore
Button. These are commands that change the size of the window to default sizes or
settings with a single click. However, if you want to customize the size of the window, you
need to familiarize with resizing the handle and the proper placement your pointer.
Pointer will change to a double-headed arrow with the following uses:
Increase/decrease the width of the window. It appears

to the left or right border (vertical borders) of the
window when mouse is positioned.
Increase/decrease the height of the window. Appears in
the upper or lower border (horizontal borders).
Changes either the height or width of the window.
Appears on the right corners of the window.
Changes the either the height or width of the window.
Appears on the left corners of the window.

Information Sheet
Horizontal border
Corner
Vertical border Vertical border
Corner
Horizontal border
Fi gur e 7.2 Positions for Resizing Windows
Through the Vertical Borders
Position your mouse to the left or right border (vertical border). Click and hold
the mouse and drag to the left or right. Release the button when you have the right
size of window you want. Figure 4.2.5 illustrates the position and dragging points.
The dotted lines are only used to illustrate the expansion of the window as it is being
dragged. Figure 4.2.7 shows the increased width after dragging the mouse to the
right while Figure 4.2.6 shows the original size.
Figure 7.3 An example of how typical window is resized using the right
vertical border.

Information Sheet
Figure 7.4 My Document window Figure 7.5 My Document window

before changing the width after changing the width
Through the Horizontal Borders
Position your mouse to the upper or lower border (horizontal borders). Click
and hold the mouse and drag to upward or downward then release the button when
you have the size of window you want. Figure below illustrates the position and
dragging points. The dotted lines are used only to illustrate the expansion of the
window as it is being dragged.
Figure 7.6 Position and dragging point at

the upper horizontal border.
Through the Corners
You may also size both the vertical and horizontal borders at one time. To do this, position
your mouse to any corner of the window until the pointer changes to a diagonal double-
headed arrow. Click and hold the mouse down on the corner border and move the pointer
to the left, right and up or down. A window that is maximized cannot be resized using its
borders and corners. You must restore it to its previous size first.

Information Sheet
Figure 7.7 Shows how a window is

resized through the lower right corner.
Arranging Windows
You can arrange several windows by resizing and moving manually in a way that
you want. However, you can also have Windows automatically arrange them in one of
three predefined desktop layouts.
1. Cascade Windows - Windows will be arranged in a layered fashion where you can
see the title bar of all non-active windows behind your active window cascading,
vertically stacked, or side by side.
Figure 7.8 A cascaded window arrangement.
2. Stack Windows Arrangement- windows appear in one or more vertical stacks

depending on how many windows are open.

Information Sheet
Figure 7.9 Stacked windows.
3. Side by side arrangement - windows appear side by side taking up equal

amount of vertical space.
Figure 7.10 Side by side windows.
To choose the above option:
 Right-click an empty area of the taskbar. A pop-up box will appear.
Empty Pop-up box

Task Bar
Figure 7.11 The pop-up box in Taskbar

Information Sheet
 Then choose Cascade Window, Show windows stacked or show windows
side by side.
 To return to previous arrangement, right an empty are of task bar and
click undo cascade window or Show windows stacked or show windows
side by side. .
Switching between windows
If you want to work with several programs at the same time, you may switch
windows. Microsoft Windows allows you to have several programs open at the same time
and it also allows you to easily shift between open windows. The window you select now
becomes the active window. When a window is active on the desktop, its title bar (and
button on the taskbar) is blue. When a window is inactive, the title bar is light blue.
Taskbar provides a way to organize all your windows. Each window has a
corresponding button on the taskbar. To switch to another window, just click the
button on the taskbar corresponding to the program you want to use. The window
appears in front of all other windows, becoming the active window.
This is the active

window
Figure 7.12 Shows two

windows with blue
color on the title bar of
the active window and
light blue for inactive
window.
You can also move to another window by clicking any part of an open window. This
can be done if open windows do not occupy the whole screen.
By using pressing ALT-TAB on the keyboard, you can also switch to the other
window, or cycle through all open windows and the desktop by holding down ALT and
repeatedly pressing TAB until the desired program to open is selected. Release ALT to
show the selected window.
When too many programs are open, Windows groups the

buttons on the taskbar. For example, when you open 5 Word
documents aside from other programs open, one button
representing the 5 documents will be revealed on the taskbar.
You can simply click and select documents from the pop-up list
or thumbnails.

Information Sheet
Arranging windows using Snap
Snap will automatically resize your windows when you move, or snap, them to the
edge of the screen. You can use Snap to arrange windows side by side, expand
windows vertically, or maximize a window.
To arrange windows side-by side
1. Drag the title bar of a window to the left or right side of the screen until an
outline of the expanded window appears.
2. Release the mouse to expand the window.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 with another window to arrange the windows side by
side.
Figure 7.13 Arranging windows
To expand a window vertically
1. Point to the top or bottom edge of an open window until the pointer changes into a
double-headed arrow .
2. Drag the edge of the window to the top or bottom of the screen to expand the
window to the entire height of the desktop. The width of the window doesn't
change.
To maximize a window
1. Drag the title bar of the window to the top of the screen. The window's outline
expands to fill the screen.
2. Release the window to expand it to fill the entire desktop.
Closing a Window
Computer user must properly close all open program or window before turning off to
prevent any problems later. The following are ways to close windows or programs:
1. Click the close Button .
2. Click File menu then Close for folders or Exit for programs.

Information Sheet
Figure 7.14 A typical File Tab menu
3. Right click the program button on the task bar then click close.
Figure 7.15 Closing a windows
4. Click the application button then click close.
Figure 7.16 Program icon pop-up menu
5. Press ALT and F4 on the Key Board. (The active window will be closed first)
The program will prompt you if you want to save changes or not
before closing of the program.

Activity Sheet
Activity 7.2
Manipulating Windows
Direction: The activities that you will perform will help you manage windows. Before you
perform these activities, read and understand first Information Sheet of this
lesson. Perform the activities by following the instructions below if you are
ready. Carefully observe the outcome of every step you execute.
Moving a Window
1. Double-click User Folder icon on the desktop.

2. Position your mouse over the title bar.
3. Click without releasing the button.
4. Drag to the upper left corner then release the button.
5. Double-click Computer icon
6. Click the title bar of Computer window and move to the upper right corner.
7. Move My computer to the lower right corner.
8. Click and drag any file in Document of User Folder to shared documents in My
Computer.
9. Close User Folder button using Close (X) button and use File menu to close My
Computer window.
Changing the size of a Window
1. Open your recent document or any document.

2. Click restore button.
3. Move the pointer on the right border.
4. Drag to the right and to the left. Observe what the effect of dragging is.
5. Position your mouse on the top border.
6. Drag upward and downward. What happen when you drag upward? Downward?
7. Place your mouse on the upper corner on the window.
8. Drag towards the lower left corner until you the size of the window is similar to
this resized window .

9. Click the title bar and drag it to the lower left corner.
10. Move pointer to the upper right corner and drag it to the upper left corner. The
window is expected to occupy the whole screen.
11. Close open document using the keyboard. (Alt + F4)

Activity Sheet
Arranging Windows
1. Launch Microsoft Word Program, Paint, Windows Media Player, and Calculator.
2. Right-click any empty space on the task bar.
3. Click Cascade Windows. What is the active window?
4. Click the window behind the active window. What is the active window now?
5. Right-click empty space then click Undo Cascade.
6. Right-click empty space on the task bar and click Tile Windows Horizontally.
7. Right-click empty space on the task bar then Undo Tile.
8. Right-click empty task bar., select Tile Windows Vertically then click.
9. Right-click empty task bar then Undo Tile.
10. Close all open programs using buttons on the task bar.
Switching Between Windows
1. Launch Microsoft Excel Program, PowerPoint, Paint, an MS Word. What is the

active window? Is there any visible window?
2. Click Paint button on the task bar.
3. Click Excel.
4. Press Alt-Tab to open Power point.
5. Explore and move between windows by clicking tabs of open program.
6. Close all open programs using application icon.
Arranging windows using snap
1. Launch Microsoft Excel Program, PowerPoint, Paint, an MS Word.

2. Drag all the open programs one by one until they are arranges side by side.
Activity Checklist:
Not
TASKS Performed
Performed
1. Move window
2. Change size of window
3. Arrange window
4. Switch between window
5. Arrange window using Snap

Activity Sheet
Assessment 7.1
Manipulating windows
Directions: Use a duplicate copy of the form below. Perform the following
activities with the presence of your teacher. You are required to
open programs for the demonstration of skills. You will be assessed
by demonstration of the identified skill using the Performance
Scoring Rubric as guide. You should be able to get a minimum of
45 points in order to pass the assessment of this lesson.
Name: Year & Section:

Skill Score Scoring Rubric
Move a window
Change size of the Perform the skill easily
window 4 and quickly without
Using error or any assistance.
horizontal
Using vertical
borders
Using Corners Perform the skill with
Arrange Windows ease, and at moderate
using 3
speed without asking for
Cascade any assistance
windows
Stacking Perform the skill slowly,
Snap 2 with minimal error and
Switch Between little assistance.
Window using
Task Bar Perform the skill with
Visible part of 1 difficulty, several errors
window
Keyboard and major assistance
Close a Window
through
Close button
Application
icon
Task bar
Menu bar
Keyboard
TOTAL SCORE Teacher’s Signature

Reference
References
http:// www.gocomputertraining.com/windows-7-desktop.html
http://www.mschnlnine.vo.llnwd.net/d1/pdc08/PPTX/PC24.pptx
http://Windows help support system. Microsoft Corporation

Introduction
Lesson 8 Accessing Help System Functions
Description:
This lesson covers how to access help system functions.
 Access help and support systems of windows 7.
 get a score of at least ( 8 ) points in activity 4.2.1 – Accessing helps system

function;
 Access help system in accordance with the requirements; and
 Pass the Assessment Test of this lesson.

Information Sheet

Help System Function
There are times that we encounter problems with what we are doing. This could be
technical or related to information which we are not sure of. By this time, it is now
convenient to use the help funtion of windows.
Using Windows Help and Support
Windows Help and Support is the built-in help system for Windows. It's a place to
get quick answers to common questions, suggestions for troubleshooting, and
instructions for how to do things. If you need help with a program that's not part of
Windows, you'll need to consult that program's Help (see "Getting help with a program"
below).
To open Windows Help and Support, click the Startbutton , and then click Help
and Support.
Figure 8.1 Help Support System from Smart Menu
Getting the latest Help content
If you're connected to the Internet, make sure Windows Help and Support is set to
Online Help. Online Help includes new Help topics and the latest versions of existing
topics.

Information Sheet
Figure 8.2 Getting Online Help
1. On the toolbar in Windows Help and Support, click Options, and then click
Settings.
Figure 8.3 Settings of Help option
2. Under Search results, select the Improve my search results by using online
Help (recommended) check box, and then click OK. The words Online Help will
be displayed in the lower-right corner of the Help and Support window when you
are connected.

Information Sheet
Figure 8.4 Settings for improving Help search results
Search Help
After launching the windows and help support dialogue box, you can type a keyword in
the search box. For example, to get information about window, type window, and then
press Enter. A list of related topics appears, with the most useful results shown at the
top. Click one of the results to read the topic.
Search box
Search results
Figure 8.5 Help search results

Information Sheet
Browsing for Help
You have the option to browse Help topics by subject. Click the Browse Help
button , and then click an item in the list of subject headings that appears. Subject
headings can contain several topics or other subject headings. Click a topic to open it, or
click another heading to for further information you need to know.
Browse
help
button
Figure 8.6 Browsing Help topics by subject
Getting help with a program
Almost every program comes with its own built-in Help system.
Figure 8.7 Help topics for browsing
To open a program's Help system:
 On the upper right side of the window of the program, click help button or–
or press F1 key on the keyboard to display the help dialogue box of a
program. The dialogue box below is the Microsoft word’s help dialogue box.

Information Sheet
Figure 8.8 Help topics
Getting help with dialog boxes and windows
In addition to program-specific help, some dialog boxes and windows contain links
to Help topics about their specific functions. If you see a question mark inside a circle or
square, or a colored and underlined text link, click it to open the Help topic.
Figure 8.9 Video topics for Help and Support

Information Sheet
Getting help from other Window users
If you are not satisfied with the answer in Help information, you can try getting
help from your friends or other Windows user
If you have a friend or family member who is a computer expert, you can invite that
person to connect from his or her computer to your computer by using Remote
Assistance. That person can then view your computer screen and chat with you online
about what you both see. With your permission, your helper can even control your
computer remotely, which will allow him or her to fix the problem directly. For more
information, see Windows Remote Assistance: frequently asked questions.
You can access Windows Remote Assistance by clicking start button then in all
programs list, click maintenance folder then select Windows Remote Assistance.
Figure 8.10 Windows Remote Assistance location in Start Menu

Information Sheet
Figure 8.11 The Windows Remote dialogue box
Using resources on the web
The web contains collection of massive amount of information, you can search for
more answer to your question. You can type a keyword in the search box of any internet
browser with an open and close parenthesis to help you find more relevant answer to your
quest.
The following are suggested good places/websites which focus on Windows or computer
problems:
 Windows website. This website provides an online version of all Help topics in this
version of Windows, plus instructional videos, in-depth columns, and other useful
information. (Go to the Windows website.)
 Microsoft Help and Support. Discover solutions to common problems, how-to
topics, troubleshooting steps, and the latest downloads. (Go to the Microsoft Help
and Support website.)
 Microsoft TechNet. This site includes resources and technical content for
information technology professionals. (Go to the Microsoft TechNet website.)

Activity Sheet
Activity 8.1
Accessing Windows Help System
Direction: In reference to information sheet you have learned in this lesson, you will
perform the different tasks required. You have to successfully perform at
least eight (8) tasks before you can proceed to assessment of this lesson.
Not
TASKS Performed
Performed
1. Launch Windows Help support.
2. Set the windows help support system

ton Online Help.
3. Display a list of topics on ―font‖.
4. Give the meaning of taskbar using

windows help.
5. Look for a link related to Taskbar and

access it.
6.Browse for Printer and printing topic

using browse button.
7. Access help system of MS Word of

using help button
8.. Launch Windows Remote Assistance
9. Go to Windows website
10. Search for windows topic

Activity Sheet
Assessment
Accessing Windows Help System
Direction: In reference to information sheet you have learned in this lesson, you will
perform the different tasks required. You have to successfully perform at least
eight (8) tasks in order to pass the assessment.
Not
TASKS Performed
Performed
Access Windows help support system by
displaying the following topics:
File sharing
Recovering deleted files

Internet Explorer
Using browse button of Help and
Support system, provide a list of
topics of the following:
E-mail
Laptops
With help system of MS Word, display
topics of the following:
Chart
Editing
In Microsoft TechNetwebsite, provide
topics on
Windows Firewall
Installing Windows 7
Invite a friend for online help using
Windows Remote Assistance

Reference
References
www.gocomputertraining.com/windows-7-desktop.html
mschnlnine.vo.llnwd.net/d1/pdc08/PPTX/PC24.pptx
Windows help and support system. Microsoft Corporation

Introduction
Lesson 9 Manage Files and Folders in Windows 7
Description:
This lesson covers one of the performance required in working with files and
folders.
 create files and folders in accordance with activity requirements and

 search files and folders in line with the activity guide.
For you to satisfactory complete this lesson, you are expected to
 get a score of at least four (4) points in activity 1- Managing Files and
Folders in Windows 7;
 create files and folders structure in Windows 7 in accordance with the given
requirements;
 get a score of at least four (4) points in activity 3- searching for Files and
Folders in Windows 7; and
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Managing Files and Folders in Windows 7
In previous versions of Windows it can be a tedious task managing music, photos,
documents and other files that are scattered in different directories on your hard
drive. Today we take a look at the new Libraries feature in Windows 7 that allows you to
organize folders from multiple locations in one spot.
File management is organizing and keeping track of files and folders, helping you
stay organized, so information is easily located. A folder is a container for storing
programs and files, similar to a folder in a file cabinet. As with a file cabinet, working with
poorly managed files is like looking for a needle in a haystack—it is frustrating and time-
consuming to search through irrelevant, misnamed, and out-of-date files to find the one
you want. Windows allows you to organize folders and files in a file hierarchy, imitating
the way you store paper documents in real folders. Like a file cabinet contains several
folders, each containing related documents with dividers grouping related folders together,
so the Windows file hierarchy allows you to organize your files in folders, and then place
folders in other folders.
Windows 7 comes with four libraries: Documents, Pictures, Music, and Videos.
Libraries are special folders that catalog folders and files in a central location. A library
includes and displays folders that are stored in different locations on your computer,
Homegroup, or network.
Figure 9.1 Libraries in Windows Explorer
Using the file management tools, you can save files in folders with appropriate
names for easy identification, quickly and easily create new folders so you can reorganize
information and delete files and folders that you no longer need. You can also search for a
file when you cannot remember where you stored it, create shortcuts to files and folders
for quick and easy access, and even compress files and folders to save space.
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A folder can hold different types of files, such as text, spreadsheets, and
presentations. The Documents folder is the main location in Windows 7 where you store
your files. However, there are some special folders, such as Pictures and Music, designed
with specialized features to store specific types of files.
1
4
Figure 9.2 File system in Windows Explorer
The figure above illustrates the interface of a typical file system. Picture 1 is the
hard disk of the computer, picture 2 is the active folder inside the hard disk, picture 3
represents a folder and picture4 represents a file inside the folder Windows.
Remember:
Never delete, move, or rename a file unless you are absolutely sure of what you are
doing.
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Activity Sheet 9.1

Managing Files and Folders in Windows 7
Instruction: Based from what you have learned previously, answer the following
questions. You need at least four (4) correct answers before you can proceed
on the next activity.
1. Why is it important to observe proper file management?
2. What are the advantages of file system management?
3. What is the default location for saved files?
4. What is the important function of library in Windows 7?
5. How will you organize files and folders in Windows 7?
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Activity Sheet 9.2

Creating Files and Folders in Windows 7
Instruction: Based on the previous lesson, accomplish the instruction below to create a
hierarchal structure of files and folders for easy access.. After you have
mastered this activity, inform your teacher so that you can proceed to the
next activity.
1. Research on the following.

 How to create folders?
 How to navigate through file system with Windows Explorer?
 How to create file?
2. Use as reference your researched document to create the folder and text files as
illustrated below:
Tip:
You can refer to any MS
Windows Vista books or you
can search the web the
information using the
keywords ―How to create new
folder using Windows
Explorer?‖, ―How to navigate
to folders using Windows
Explorer?‖ and ―How to create
text file?‖ to get the answers
in this activity
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Searching for Files or Folders in Windows 7
Although you can open a separate Search window, one of the easiest ways to
search for files and folders in Windows 7 is to search straight from the Start menu.
Fortunately, Windows 7 has made massive improvements to its search technology.
Windows 7 uses a more advanced search index that continuously monitors every file
and even the words within most of your files. When you search for a file or folder in
Windows 7, you are much more likely to find it than you were with Windows Vista or
Windows XP.
1. Open the Start menu and type a search term in the search field at the bottom.
Figure 9.3 Search results
The Search field and results in the Start menu.
A list of search results appears divided by the location of the results.

2. Click the See More Results link.
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Figure 9.4 Search results dialog box
The Search Results in Indexed Locations window.
The Search Results in Indexed Locations window appears.

Click View to cycle through the various options of icon sizes or text listings.
3. When you locate the file you wanted, double-click it to open it.
If you don’t see what you’re looking for, choose the Folder and Search Options
command from the Organize menu to modify Search settings. You can alter the
locations to search, indicate whether to find partial matches for search terms, and
more.
In Windows 7, you can save the results of a search so that you can review them
later. To save a search, click the Save Search button, provide a filename and type, set the
location to save it to, and then click Save. The search results are saved as a search folder
on your computer in your username folder.
Showing Full Path to Folders/Files in Windows 7
Although Windows 7 is designed keeping in mind that the operating system will
provide as much user-friendly interface as possible till date. However there are still few
drawbacks in the operating system which are not much liked by the users as they
sometimes hide important information and users need to struggle around to retrieve that.
Same is the case with finding the exact path to any desired file or folder in Windows 7.
When any file is selected or clicked, in Microsoft Windows XP its entire path was also
displayed whereas in Windows 7 this feature is by default not enabled and as a Windows
7 user if you want to enable this feature you are required to follow the steps given below:
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Open Windows Explorer and click on Organize Menu
From the available list click on Folders and search options and on Folder Options box
make sure that you are on General tab.
Under Navigation pane section, check both Show all folders and Automatically expand to
current folder check boxes.
Figure 9.5 Folder options dialog box
Once done, click on Ok button to save the changes that you have made.
A path to a folder directory or a file name is a string of folder names where a particular
file is located. For example the true path to my downloaded is
C:\Users\user\Documents\My Downloaded Video. Double click on the address bar to
see the path for a particular file or folder.
Copying a file path or folder path
1. When you have located the path to your file or folder, select it and make it blue.
2. Then press the right mouse button while hovering over the blue area.
3. A menu will appear
4. Choose copy from the menu. Now you can paste it where ever you like. If you just want
to store this path you can paste it onto a notepad. To paste on a notepad, right click in
the blank space and choose paste.
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Activity Sheet 9.3
Searching for Files and Folders
Instruction: Based from from what you learned previously, answer the following
question. You need to get atleast four(8) correct answers before you can
proceed with the next activity.
1. What is the easiest way to search files and folders in Windows 7 operating system?
2. What is the advancement of Windows 7 from the previous operating system in

terms of searching files and folders?
3. How did the searched files and folders appear?
4. How to open a searched file or folder?
5. How can you retrieve the saved research results?
6. Find the path of the following:

a. My Pictures
b. My Music
c. My Videos
d. Searches
Assessment
Assessment Sheet
Assessment Criteria:
In order to satisfactory pass this assessment you are required to:
 Create the files and folders according to the given requirements

 Get at least four (4) correct answers from the provided questions
Instruction:
1. You have 30 minutes to complete this test.

2. Create a filing system according to hierarchy. Rename folders based on the table
below. The upper level must be My Documents.
MY NEW FILING SYSTEM
USERS PROJECT CATEGORIES SPECIFIC CATEGORIES
Me School Computer Activities

Research for English
Personal Projects My Favorite Music
My Unbeatable Games
Internet My Website
Downloads
Tatay Work AutoCAD Projects
Site Projects
Personal Project Photography
Internet Downloads
Nanay Home Finances Bank Accounts
Budget and Expenses
Personal Projects Cards
Invitations
Internet Recipes
Home
3. After creating the hierarchy of folders answer the following questions?

a. What is a file system?
b. What are the advantages of file system management?
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c. How will you organize files and folders in Windows 7?
d. How did the searched files and folders appear?
e. Why is it important to observe proper file management?
Let your teacher check your work after completing this activity.
Introduction
Lesson 10 Work with Files and Folders in Windows 7
Description:
This lesson covers the performances required in working with files and folders.
In this lesson you will learn how to
 view, arrange, copy, move and delete file or folder.
For you to satisfactory complete this lesson you are expected to
 get a score of atleast eight (8) points in Activity 8.1- Familiarizing with the
Windows Explorer in windows 7;
 get a score of twelve (12) points in activity 8.2- Viewing and Arranging Files
and Folders in Windows 7;
 copy, move, and delete files and folders; and
 pass the assessment of this lesson
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Activity Sheet 10.1

Familiarizing with the Windows Explorer in Windows 7
1. Open the Microsoft Explorer and identify and describe the parts it. Write your
answer on the table below. You may refer to Item No. 1 and No. 2 examples. You n
eed to get atleast eight (8) correct answers before you can proceed to the next
activity.
No. Name Description

1 Back and forward Used to navigate between folders
buttons
2 Address Bar Used to navigate to or see the path of the open
current folder
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Tips:
You can browse http://www.gcflearnfree.org/windows7/6.3 to get the
answers in this activity.
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Viewing and Arranging Files and Folders in Windows 7
When you open a folder or library, you can change how the files look in the
window. For example, you might prefer larger (or smaller) icons or a view that lets you see
different kinds of information about each file. To make these kinds of changes, use the
Views button in the toolbar.
Each time you click the left side of the Views button, it changes the way your files and
folders are displayed by cycling through five different views: Large Icons, List, a view
called Details that shows several columns of information about the file, a smaller icon
view called Tiles, and a view called Content that shows some of the content from within
the file.
If you click the arrow on the right side of the Views button, you have more choices. Move
the slider up or down to fine-tune the size of the file and folder icons. You can see the
icons change size as you move the slider.
Figure 10.1 The Views options
In libraries, you can go a step further by arranging your files in different ways. For
example, say you want to arrange the files in your Music library by genre (such as Jazz
and Classical):
1. Click the Start button, and then click Music.
2. In the library pane (above the file list), click the menu next to Arrange by,
and then click Genre.
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Activity Sheet 10.2
Instruction: Based on what you learned previously, do the following instructions.
1. Arrange the following files and folders according to the following views.
a. Local disk C: - large icon view
b. Computer - content view
c. Libraries- small icon view
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d. Favorites- extra-large icon view
e. Network - medium icon view
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Assessment Rubric
Directions: After you have finished your work, determine whether you have completed the
criteria listed in the left column. Fill in the shaded column below and then
turn the rubric to your teacher along with your activity.
Name: Year & Section:

Skill Score Scoring Rubric
Arrange the folders and files Perform the skill easily
according to the following 4 and quickly without error
views or any assistance.
a. Large icon view Perform the skill with
3 ease, and at moderate
speed without asking for
any assistance
b. Content view Perform the skill slowly,
2 with minimal error and
little assistance.
c. Small icon view Perform the skill with
1 difficulty, several errors
and major assistance
d. Extra-large icon view
e. Medium icon view
TOTAL SCORE
Teacher’s Signature
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Copying, Moving or Deleting Files and Folders in Windows 7
Sometimes, you want to change where files are stored on your computer. You want
to move files to a different folder, for example, or copy them to removable media (such as
flash drives or memory cards) to share with other person.
Most people copy and move files using a method called drag and drop. Start by
opening the folder that contains the file or folder you want to move. Then, open the folder
where you want to move it to in a different window. Position the windows side by side on
the desktop so that you can see the contents of both.
Next, drag the file or folder from the first folder to the second folder. That's all there
is to it.
Figure 10.2 To copy or move a file, drag it from one window to another
When using the drag-and-drop method, you might notice that sometimes the file or
folder is copied, and at other times it's moved. If you're dragging an item between two
folders that are stored on the same hard disk, then the item is moved so that two copies of
the same file or folder aren't created in the same location. If you drag the item to a folder
that's in a different location (such as a network location) or to removable media like a CD,
then the item is copied.
Tips:
 If you copy or move a file or folder to a library, it will stored in the library’ default
location.
 Another way to copy or move a file or folder is to drag it from the file list to a
folder or library in the navigation pane so you don’t need to open two separate
windows.
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When you no longer need a file, you can remove it from your computer to save
space and to keep your computer from getting cluttered with unwanted files. To delete a
file, open the folder or library that contains the file, and then select the file. Press Delete
on your keyboard and then, in the Delete File dialog box, click Yes.
When you delete a file, it's temporarily stored in the Recycle Bin. Think of the
Recycle Bin as a safety net that allows you to recover files or folders that you might have
accidentally deleted. Occasionally, you should empty the Recycle Bin to reclaim all of the
hard disk space being used by your unwanted files.
Tips:
To learn how to permanently delete files or folders from the Recycle Bin, follow
the link, http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/Permanently-delete-
files-from-the-Recycle-Bin
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Activity Sheet 10.3
Copying, Moving, or Deleting Files and Folders in Windows 7
Instructions: Based on what you have learned previously, accomplish the instructions
below. After you have mastered this activity, inform your teacher so that
you can proceed with your performance test.
1. Find your hierarchy of folders that you have done in the activity of lesson 5-
Creating Files and Folders in Windows 7.
2. Open simultaneously the Second Year folder and First Year folder.
3. Copy folders Third Quarter and Fourth Quarter from Second Year to First Year
folder.
4. Move all the files from First Year folder to Third Quarter folder.
5. Delete the folders Second Year and Third Year in folder My Activities.
6. Your final hierarchy should look like this.
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Assessment
Work with files and Folders
Assessment Criteria
In order to satisfactory pass this assessment you are required to
 update the previous activity by copying, moving or deleting files and folders.
Instructions:

2. Locate the hierarchy of folders that you have done in the previous assessment for
lesson 5.
3. Move the folder in New Folder in the Desktop.
4. Rename the folder My New Filing System.
5. Update the hierarchy of folders as shown in the table.
6. Use the copying, moving and deleting procedure to do this.
MY NEW FILING SYSTEM
USERS PROJECT CATEGORIES SPECIFIC CATEGORIES
Computer Activities
School
Research for English
My Favorite Music
Personal Projects My Unbeatable Games
Me Photography
My Website
Internet
Downloads
Bank Accounts
My Finances
Budget and Expenses
AutoCAD Projects
Work
Site Projects
Tatay
Personal Project Photography
Internet Downloads
Bank Accounts
Home Finances
Budget and Expenses
Nanay
Cards
Personal Projects
Invitations
7. Your work should look like the figure on the next page..
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Introduction
Lesson 11 Utilize Common Application Programs
Notepad
WordPad
Paint
Description:
This lesson covers the performances required in utilizing common application

programs.
 create documents using Notepad and WordPad and

 create simple drawings using Paint.

 copy, paste, and save an article from webpageusing Notepad application;
 create an autobiography using WordPad application;
 create a nametag and a simple drawing using Paint; and
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Using a Notepad
Notepad is a basic text-editing program and it's most commonly used to view or
edit text files. A text file is a file type typically identified by the .txt file name extension.
Opening Notepad
 Open Notepad by clicking the Start button. In the search box, type Notepad, and
then, in the list of results, click Notepad.
Changing font style and size of text
Changes to the font style and size affect all the text in the document.
1. Open Notepad by clicking the Start button. In the search box, type Notepad, and
2. Click the Format menu, and then click Font.
3. Make your selections in the Font, Font style, and Size boxes.
An example of how your font will look appears under Sample.
4. When you are finished making font selections, click OK.
Cutting, copying, pasting, or deleting text
1. Open Notepad by clicking the Start button. In the search box, type Notepad, and
2. Do one of the following:
 To cut text so you can move it to another location, select the text, click the Edit
menu, and then click Cut.
 To copy text so you can paste it in another location, select the text, click the
Edit menu, and then click Copy.
 To paste text you have cut or copied, click the location in the file where you
want to paste the text, click the Edit menu, and then click Paste.
 To delete text, select it, click the Edit menu, and then click Delete.
 To undo your last action, click the Edit menu, and then click Undo.
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Activity Sheet 11.1
Creating Document using Notepad
Instruction: Based from what you have learned previously, accomplish the instruction
below. After you have mastered this activity, inform your teacher so that you
can proceed on your next activity.
1. Research an article about Notepad from Google using the keyword ―Notepad
software‖.
2. Select the search option from Wikipedia and copy only the features of Notepad.
3. Open Notepad application and paste the copied text.
4. Save the document as Notepad Features in your folder named ―First Year.‖
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WordPad
WordPad, always handy for basic word-processing, just got better. In Windows 7, it
has a new ribbon—the strip across the top of the window that shows what a program can
do—with choices displayed out in the open rather than in menus.
More formatting options, such as highlighting, bullets, line breaks, and new colors—
along with picture insertion and zoom—make WordPad a surprisingly powerful tool.
Figure 11.1 Check out the power of WordPad
To learn more:
Surf the web
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/Using-WordPad
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Activity Sheet 11.2
Creating Document using WordPad
Instruction: Based on what you have learned previously, accomplish the instruction
can proceed to your next activity.
Situation: Suppose your pet has gone missing and you want to find it. Create a poster or
a flyer for your missing pet. Do this by performing the following tasks in
creating a document.
a. Create a new document using WordPad.
b. Create a title in all capital letters at the top center of the page using 18-
point Copperplate Gothic Bold font.
c. Insert any image of an animal. You may create one from scratch using
the drawing tools or you may insert one from the clip art collection.
d. Under that image, type four to five sentences describing your animal. Use
a 14-point Arial for the font. Tell what type of pet you have, what color it
is, its name and any other information that would be helpful for someone
who might have found it. Make sure to include your name and contact
number. However, if there’s no contact number, include your home
address.( See Example below)
e. Save this document in your First Year folder. Assign a filename: My

Missing Pet.
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Navigating Paint
Paint is an application featured in Windows. This application can use to draw,

color, and edit pictures. You can also use Paint like a digital sketchpad to make simple
pictures, creative projects, or to add text and designs to other pictures, such as those
taken with your digital camera.
The part of Paint

 Open Paint by clicking the Start button, clicking All Programs, clicking Accessories,
and then clicking Paint.
When you start Paint, you'll see an empty window; drawing and painting tools are
located in the ribbon at the top of the window. The following illustration shows the
different parts of the Paint window:
1 2 3 4
Figure 11.2 The Paint Window (1) Paint button,

(2) Quick Access Toolbar, (3) Ribbon and (4) Drawing area
Working with Tools
The ribbon in Paint includes a handy collection of drawing tools. You can use these
tools to create freehand drawings and add a variety of shapes to your pictures.
Drawing lines
Some tools and shapes, such as the Pencil, Brush, Line, and Curve, let
you make a variety of straight, curved, and squiggly lines. What you draw is
determined by how you move the mouse as you draw. You can use the Line to
draw a straight line, for example.
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1. On the Home tab, in the Shapes group, click the Line .
2. In the Colors group, click Color 1, and then click the color you want to use.
3. To draw, drag the pointer across the drawing area.
Drawing squiggly lines
Your drawings don't have to be composed of only straight lines. The Pencil and
Brushes can be used to make completely random, free-form shapes.
1. On the Home tab, in the Tools group, click the Pencil tool .
2. In the Colors group, click Color 1, and then click the color you want to use.
3. To draw, drag the pointer across the drawing area and make a squiggly line.
Note:
If you want to make a line that has a different appearance, use one of the
Brushes, instead.
Drawing shapes
Paint lets you draw many different shapes. For example, you can draw ready-made,
defined shapes such as rectangles, circles, squares, triangles, and arrows (to name a few).
You can also make your own custom shape by using the Polygon shape to draw a
polygon, which is a shape that can have any number of sides.
1. On the Home tab, in the Shapes group, click a ready-made shape, such as the
Rectangle .
2. To add a ready-made shape, drag the pointer across the drawing area to make the
shape.
3. To change the outline style, in the Shapes group, click Outline, and then click an
outline style.
If you don't want your shape to have an outline, click No outline.
4. In the Colors group, click Color 1, and then click a color for the outline.
5. In the Colors group, click Color 2, and then click a color to use to fill the shape.
6. To change the fill style, in the Shapes group, click Fill, and then click a fill style.
If you don't want your shape to be filled, click No fill.
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Adding texts
You can also add text to your picture. The Text tool lets you add a simple message or title.
1. On the Home tab, in the Tools group, click the Text tool .
2. Drag the pointer in the drawing area where you want to add text.
3. Under Text Tools, on the Text tab, click the font face, size, and style in the Font
group.
Figure 11.3 The Font group
In the Colors group, click Color 1, and then click a color. This is the text color.
4. Type the text that you want to add.
Erasing part of the pictures
If you make a mistake or need to change part of a picture, use the eraser. By
default, the eraser changes any area you erase to white, but you can change the eraser
color. For example, if you set the background color to yellow, anything you erase turns to
yellow.
1. On the Home tab, in the Tools group, click the Eraser tool .
2. In the Colors group, click Color 2, and then click the color that you want to erase
with. If you want to erase with white, you don't have to select a color.
3. Drag the pointer over the area you want to erase.
Saving pictures
Save your picture frequently so you don't accidentally lose your work. To save, click
the Paint button , and then click Save. This saves all of the changes made to the
picture since the last time you saved.
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The very first time that you save a new picture, you will need to give your picture a
file name. Follow these steps:
1. Click the Paint button , and then click Save.
2. In the Save as type box, select the file format you want.
 In the File name box, type a name, and then click Save.
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Activity Sheet 11.3
Creating Name Tag Using Paint
Instruction: Based on what you have learned previously, accomplish the instructions
can proceed with your performance test.
1. Open Microsoft Paint (Start-Programs-Accessories-Paint).

2. Set your canvas size to 800 pixels wide by 449 pixels high.
3. Write your first name in the canvass with the following format:
Font size: 72-point
Font: Algerian
Font style: Bold
Font color: Blue
Background: Transparent
Canvas color: Gray 25%
(See example below)
4. Save it to your folder First Year as My Name Tag.
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Activity Sheet 11.4
Creating a Simple Drawing Using Paint
Instructions: Now that you have all the features figured out you will now design a house
similar to the one below.
1. Use the following format:

Sky: Oil Brush – light blue
Ground: Watercolor brush – light green
Horizon: 5 pixel straight line - blue-green
Left tree trunk: Crayon – dark red
Right tree trunk: Crayon – brown
Leaves: Airbrush – green
Edge lines: 5 pixel straight line - black
Window lines : 3 pixel straight line - black
Wall: Brush –light yellow
Chimney: Brush- light yellow
Door: Brush- blue
Doorknob: Airbrush-red
Roof: Brush-blue
Plant box: Brush –blue
Smoke: Airbrush –white
Plant stem: Crayon-green
Flowers: Airbrush –yellow, pink and white
2. Save your work at First Year folder as My First Drawing.
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Assessment
Utilize Common Application Programs
 create a drawing about your favorite place in Paint;

 open, copy and paste a document from the Notepad application; and
 create a document using WordPad.
Instruction:

2. Create a drawing about your favorite place using Paint.
3. Save your work.
4. Create a WordPad document.
5. Open MyFavoritePlace.txt document from the Desktop.
6. Copy the text from the Notepad document to WordPad.
7. Insert the drawing that you have done in step 2.
8. Save your work as My Favorite Place in First Year folder.
Introduction
Lesson 12 Print Information
Description:
This lesson covers the performances required in printing information.
 configure default printer settings and

 print information in accordance with activity requirements.
For you to satisfactory complete this lesson, you are expected to
 configure default printer settings;

 print a Notepad, WordPad and Paint document; and
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Configuring Default Printer Settings
Every printer manufacturer and software publisher has its own way of doing
things. Double-sided or color printing might require you to click a button labeled
"Preferences," "Properties," or even "Advanced."
That said, there are two standard printer-related options you'll see frequently:
printing preferences and printer properties. Here's what they mean.
Change your default printer
If you regularly use multiple printers, you can pick one as your default printer. Windows
and other programs then automatically use that device whenever you print.
To select a default printer
1. Open Devices and Printers by clicking the Start button, and then, on the Start
menu, clicking Devices and Printers.
2. Right-click the printer you want to use, and then click Set as default printer. (You'll
see a check mark on the printer's icon signifying that it's now your default printer.)
Set as the default

printer
Figure 12.1 Printers and Other Devices dialog box
Note:
A default printer doesn’t have to be an actual physical device.
You can change your default printer setting any time.
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Printing preferences
Printing preferences are the options available on your printer.
To open the Printing preferences dialog box
1. Click Start button.

2. Click Devices and Printers.
3. Right-click the printer that you want to use, and then click Printing preferences.
4. Make your choices, and then click OK.
Figure 12.2 Customizing Printing Preferences of the default printer
Common choices you'll find in this dialog box include:
1. Page orientation or layout. Choose between tall (portrait) or wide (landscape).

2. Paper or sheet size. Letter, legal, A4, or envelope size are common options.
3. Paper or output source. Selects a paper tray. Printers store paper in different trays.
4. Double-sided (duplex) printing. Print on one, or both, sides of a sheet.
5. Print color. Color or black-and-white (grayscale) prints.
6. Staple. A common option on workplace printers.
7.
Disclaimer:
Different printers have different specifications and communication dialog box.
Always consult the information that came with your model for specific
instructions.

Information Sheet
Printer Properties
The Printer properties dialog box is typically where you'll find options
governing the printer itself—updating drivers, configuring ports, and other
hardware-related customizations.
To open the Printer properties dialog box
1. Click to open Devices and Printers.

2. Right-click the printer that you want to use, and then click Printer
properties.
3. Make your choices, and then click OK.
Printer
Properties
Figure 12.3 Printer Properties

Activity Sheet
Activity Sheet 12.1
Configuring Default Printer Settings
Instructions: Based on what you have learned, accomplish the following instruction.
After you have mastered this activity, inform your teacher so that you can
proceed to the next activity.
1. Search available printer in the computer.

2. Make it as your default printer.
3. Configure it with the following settings:
Orientation: Portrait
Paper size: Letter
Paper type: Plain paper
Print quality: Fast Draft
Pages per sheet: 1
Resolution: 1200dpi
Double sided: Yes
4. Your printed test page should look like this.

Information Sheet
Printing Document or File
The quickest way to print a document or file is to print using Windows. You don't
have to open any programs or change any settings.
 Right-click the file you want to

print, and then click Print.
Windows will launch the program

that created the file and send it to your
default printer.
Figure 12.4 Printing file by right-clicking
Choosing print options

1. Open your document or file.
2. On the File menu, click Print.
3. In the Print dialog box that appears,

you can choose which printer to use,
which pages to print, and how many
copies to print.
The dialog box you see might look

different from the one shown here,
depending on your software and printer.
Figure 12.5 Printer Dialog box
Remember:
Your printing options depend entirely on the printer model and software
application you are using. Consult the manual that came with your printer or
program for more details.

Assessment Sheet
Here are some of the printer options to consider when printing document or file.
Printer Options Description
Select Printer Shows the available printers on your computer or system.
Find Printer Helps locate network printers.
Print to File Allows you to save a document as a printing file. This option is
selected if you want your file or document to print later.
Preferences Opens the Printing Preferences dialog box, where you can choose
options such as paper size and layout.
Page Range Tells windows what to print such as Selection for the selected
text only, Current Page to print only what you see, Pages for
printing part of a document by pages.
Number of copies Print multiple copies of documents or files.
Managing your print jobs
When you print something, it becomes a print job.
In Windows, you can view, pause, cancel and carry out other management tasks
via the print queue. The print queue shows you what's printing or waiting to print. It also
displays handy information such as job status, who's printing what, and how many pages
remain.
Figure 12.6 Managing print jobs

Information Sheet
View, pause, or cancel a print job
Once your document or photo has started to print, you can pause or cancel
it via the print queue.
The print queue shows you what's printing or waiting to print. It also
displays handy information such as job status, who's printing what, and how
many unprinted pages remain.

Activity Sheet
Activity Sheet 12.2
Printing a Notepad Document
Instructions: Based on what you have learned previously, accomplish the instructions
you can proceed to the next activity.
1. Open your previous activity named Notepad Features in Activity 7.1- Creating
Document using Notepad.
2. Print the document according to the existing printer set-up that you have
configured in activity 1 of lesson 8- Configuring Default Printer Settings.
3. Your hardcopy should look like this.

Activity Sheet
Activity Sheet 12.3
Printing a WordPad Document
Instructions: Based from what you have learned previously, accomplish the instruction
1. Open your previous activity named My Missing Pet in lesson 7.2- Creating
Document using WordPad.
2. Print the document by following the printing preferences.
Number of copies: 2

Activity Sheet
Activity Sheet 12.4
Printing Paint File
Instructions: Based on what you have learned previously, accomplish the instruction
1. Open your previous activity named My First Drawing in lesson 7.4- Creating a
Simple drawing using Paint.
2. Print the document by following the printing preferences.
Orientation: Landscape
Paper size: Letter
Number of copies: 2

Assessment Sheet
Assessment
 research an article with picture in the web about Philippine heroes;

 copy, paste, and save in WordPad document the researched article; and
 print the WordPad document.
Instruction:

2. Research an article with picture about Philippine heroes in the web.
3. Copy, paste, and save it in WordPad document.
4. Print the file with the following specifications:
a. First Printing
Orientation: Landscape
Paper size: Letter
Number of Copies: 1
b. Second printing
Paper size: Legal
Number of copies: 2
a. First printing
b. Second Printing

Answer Key
Pre-test Answer Key
1. a, b, d
2. a.
3. b
4. c
5. c
6. a, d, f
7. a, b
8. b
9.
10. a.
11. c
12. c.
13. b
14. b
15. d
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Acknowledgment
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The Department of Education (DepEd), Central Office, through the
Technical Vocational Task Force, wishes to extend its gratitude and appreciation to the
Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) and all the curriculum
writers for sharing their time and expertise in the development of a Competency-Based
Curriculum for Strengthening Technical Vocational Education Program of the country.
Writers:
AGOSTO V. CAYABYAB ROLANDO B. REYES JR.
Speaker Eugenio Perez National Balagtas National Agricultural High

Agricultural School School
San Carlos City, Pangasinan Balagtas, Bulacan
Region I Region III
SHERNALYN M. FERRER AMIR M. VILLAS
Pangasinan School of Arts and Trades Lubang Vocational High School

Lingayen, Pangasinan Lubang, Occidental Mindoro
Region I Region IV-B MIMAROPA
Resource Persons:
STEPHEN I. CESAR EVELYN D. JUAN
Competency Sandards Division Language Editor (Freelance)

Senior Specialist
TESDA – QSO Central Office
Taguig City
Consultant:
CLODUALDO V. PAITON
TECH-VOC Task Force
DR. MILAGROS C. VALLES
Director II -TECH-VOC Task Force
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Acknowledgment
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i LO1: Familiarize Themselves with the | Learning the Basic Computer Concepts

MODULE TITLE: LEARNING THE BASIC COMPUTER CONCEPTS ......................... VI

MODULE INTRODUCTION: ................................................................................................................ VI

PRE-TEST .................................................................................................................................................. VII

LESSON 1 BEING FAMILIAR WITH THE COMPUTER SYSTEM .................................... 1

Information Sheet 1.1.......................................................................................................................................... 2

Activity Sheet 1.1 ................................................................................................................................................. 9

Activity Sheet 1.2 ............................................................................................................................................... 11

Information Sheet 1.2........................................................................................................................................ 12

Activity Sheet 1.3 ............................................................................................................................................... 15

Activity Sheet 1.4 ............................................................................................................................................... 17

Information Sheet 1.3........................................................................................................................................ 18

Activity Sheet 1.5 ............................................................................................................................................... 24

Activity Sheet 1.6 ............................................................................................................................................... 26

Assessment Sheet ................................................................................................................................................ 27

LESSON 2 BEING FAMILIAR WITH COMPUTER PERIPHERALS AND DEVICES

Activity Sheet 2.1 ............................................................................................................................................... 29

Information Sheet 2.1........................................................................................................................................ 31

Activity Sheet 2.2 ............................................................................................................................................... 39

Internet and Computing Fundamentals | Learning the Basic Computer Concepts i

LESSON 3 TYPES AND PURPOSES OF SOFTWARE .......................................................... 43

Information Sheet 3.1 ........................................................................................................................................ 44

Assessment 3.1 ..................................................................................................................................................... 55

LESSON 4 LOGGING ON OR LOGGING OFF IN WINDOWS 7 OPERATING

Information Sheet 4 ............................................................................................................................................ 58

Activity Sheet 4 .................................................................................................................................................... 62

LESSON 5 FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS OF MICROSOFT WINDOWS 7 ............... 64

Information Sheet 5 ............................................................................................................................................ 65

Activity Sheet 5 .................................................................................................................................................... 74

LESSON 6 MODIFYING DESKTOP SCREEN ........................................................................... 77

ii Learning the Basic Computer Concepts | Internet and Computing Fundamentals

Activity 6.3 ............................................................................................................................................................ 83

Activity 6.4 ............................................................................................................................................................ 87

LESSON 7 MANIPULATING WINDOWS ..................................................................................... 95

Activity 7.1 ............................................................................................................................................................ 96

Information Sheet 7.1........................................................................................................................................ 98

Activity 7.2 .......................................................................................................................................................... 106

Assessment 7.1................................................................................................................................................... 108

LESSON 8 ACCESSING HELP SYSTEM FUNCTIONS ...................................................... 110

Description: ......................................................................................................................................................... 110

Information Sheet 8.1...................................................................................................................................... 111

Activity 8.1 .......................................................................................................................................................... 118

Assessment .......................................................................................................................................................... 119

LESSON 9 MANAGE FILES AND FOLDERS IN WINDOWS 7 ...................................... 121

Description: ......................................................................................................................................................... 121

Information Sheet 9.1...................................................................................................................................... 122

Activity Sheet 9.1 ............................................................................................................................................. 124

Activity Sheet 9.2 ............................................................................................................................................. 125

Information Sheet 9.2...................................................................................................................................... 126

Activity Sheet 9.3 ............................................................................................................................................. 129

Assessment Sheet .............................................................................................................................................. 130

Description: .......................................................................................................................................................... 132

Activity Sheet 10.1 ............................................................................................................................................ 133

Information Sheet 10.1 .................................................................................................................................... 134

Activity Sheet 10.2 ............................................................................................................................................ 135

Information Sheet 10.2 .................................................................................................................................... 138

Activity Sheet 10.3 ............................................................................................................................................ 140

Assessment ........................................................................................................................................................... 141

LESSON 11 UTILIZE COMMON APPLICATION PROGRAMS ...................................... 143

Description: .......................................................................................................................................................... 143

Information Sheet 11.1 .................................................................................................................................... 144

Activity Sheet 11.1 ............................................................................................................................................ 145

Information Sheet 11.2 .................................................................................................................................... 146