Contents

Introduction
This section is designed as an introduction on how to log-on to a computer network, with explanations on what the different icons represent and how to use the system.

Once you are familiar with these basic precepts, there are a variety of documents available to allow you to understand individual computer applications - word-processing, spreadsheets etc - as well as to gain an overview of computer systems eg. 'Using IT in Teaching'.

The Mouse

Log-on Procedure

The Desktop

Open and Closed Windows

Launching or Starting Programs

Different Types of Icons

My Computer

Creating New Folders

Relationship of Files and Folders to the Desktop