Learning Microsoft Windows 10

Video description

In this Learning Microsoft Windows 10 training course, expert author Erin Olsen teaches you everything you need to know to start working with Windows 10. This course is designed for the absolute beginner, meaning no previous experience with Windows is required.

You will start by learning about the Windows 10 user experience, including the Windows 10 log-on options, tablet mode settings, and shutdown and log-off options. From there, Erin will teach you how to manage device settings, work on the desktop, manage files and folders, and use search and Cortana. This video tutorial also covers simple Windows 10 apps, apps for everyday activities, and new features for multimedia. You will also learn about the new and improved Windows Store, how to connect to networks, how to share data and resources, and how to work in the cloud with OneDrive. Finally, you will learn how to keep Windows 10 secure, create child accounts, and learn about Windows 10 business and enterprise features.

Once you have completed this computer based training course, you will have learned everything you need to know to get started using Windows 10. Working files are included, allowing you to follow along with the author throughout the lessons.

Table of contents

  1. Introducing Windows 10
    1. Welcome To Windows 10
    2. About The Author
    3. What You Will Learn
    4. Windows 10 Editions
    5. Windows 10 Tour
  2. The Windows 10 User Experience
    1. The Windows Lock Screen
    2. Windows 10 Login Options - Part 1
    3. Windows 10 Login Options - Part 2
    4. Login Using Biometrics
    5. Continuum In Windows 10
    6. Tablet Mode Settings
    7. Start Menu Or Start Screen
    8. Work With All Apps And Tiles - Part 1
    9. Work With All Apps And Tiles - Part 2
    10. Organize With Start Groups
    11. More About Personalizing The Start Menu
    12. Shutdown And Logout Options
  3. Managing Device Settings
    1. Unified Settings In Windows 10
    2. Change Device Themes
    3. Adjust Display Settings
    4. Configure Multiple Monitors And Resolution
    5. Designate A Screensaver
    6. Modify Mouse And Touchpad Settings - Part 1
    7. Modify Mouse And Touchpad Settings - Part 2
    8. Configure A Pen Or Stylus
    9. Controlling The Keyboard
    10. Utilize Battery Saver
    11. Optimize Power Plans
    12. Establish Sync Settings
    13. Use Quiet Hours
  4. Working On The Desktop
    1. Change Taskbar Settings
    2. Configure Actions And Notifications
    3. Modify The Clock And Time Zones
    4. Utilize App Switching And Task View
    5. Work With Multiple Desktops
    6. Sizing, Moving And Snapping Windows
  5. Managing Files And Folders
    1. The Enhanced File Explorer
    2. Share Directly From File Explorer
    3. Modify File Explorer Views
    4. Customize Library Content
    5. Create Folders And Work With Files
    6. Delete And Restore Files With The Recycle Bin
    7. Use The Storage App To Identify Storage Issues
  6. Using Search And Cortana
    1. Simplified Integrated Search From The Taskbar
    2. Introducing Cortana - Your Digital Assistant
    3. Cortana Settings
    4. Train Cortana Through Her Notebook
    5. Set Reminders With Cortana
  7. Simple Windows 10 Apps Make Life Easier
    1. Get Excited About Alarms And Clocks
    2. Not The Same Old Calculator App
    3. Appreciate The Photo App
  8. Apps For Everyday Activities
    1. Skype With Windows 10
    2. The Improved Mail And Calendar Apps
    3. Get The Complete Windows Experience With The Phone Companion App
  9. New Features For Multimedia
    1. Listen To Music With Groove Music
    2. Experience The Future With Hololens
    3. Windows 10 And Xbox
  10. The New And Improved Windows Store
    1. The Windows Store Landing Page
    2. Universal Apps
    3. Find Apps By Category And Search
    4. Select And Install Apps
    5. Paying for Windows Store Purchases
  11. Connecting To Networks
    1. Review The Network And Sharing Center
    2. Set Device Name And Workgroup
    3. Connect To And Manage Wi-Fi Networks
    4. Use Airplane Mode
    5. Setup A Mobile Broadband Connection
    6. Check Settings For Wi-Fi Sense
    7. Use Network And Internet Settings
  12. Experience The Cutting Edge Browser
    1. Edge Versus Internet Explorer
    2. The Edge Hub
    3. Favorites In Edge
    4. Enjoy The Reading List And Reading View
    5. Search From The Address Bar
    6. Set The Edge Homepage
    7. Annotate And Share Web Pages With Web Notes
    8. More Actions In Edge
  13. Sharing Data And Resources
    1. Create Or Join A Homegroup
    2. Identify And Change The Homegroup Password
    3. Access Shared Homegroup Files
    4. Sharing Drives Folders And Files
  14. Working In The Cloud With OneDrive
    1. Get Started With OneDrive
    2. Configure OneDrive Settings
    3. OneDrive Through A Browser
    4. Get Files Into And Out Of OneDrive
  15. Keeping Windows 10 Secure
    1. Manage User Accounts
    2. Configure Assigned Access
    3. Configure Privacy Settings
    4. Work With Windows Firewall
    5. Use Windows Defender
    6. Encrypt Data With BitLocker
  16. Keeping Families Safe
    1. Create Child Accounts
    2. Family Settings For Kids Accounts - Part 1
    3. Family Settings For Kids Accounts - Part 2
  17. Easing Use Of Windows 10
    1. Key Ease Of Access Features
    2. Easing Use Of The Keyboard And Mouse
    3. Other Everyday Ease of Access Options
  18. Windows 10 Business And Enterprise Features
    1. Business And Enterprise Features Overview - Part 1
    2. Business And Enterprise Features Overview - Part 2
    3. Business And Enterprise Features Overview - Part 3
  19. Maintaining Windows 10
    1. Associating File Types With Apps
    2. Run Programs As An Administrator
    3. Checking What Is Running With Task Manager
    4. Managing Startup Apps
    5. Defragment Drives
    6. Cleaning House With Disk Cleanup
    7. Work With Windows Update
    8. Back Up Files Using File History
  20. Conclusion
    1. Wrap Up

Product information

  • Title: Learning Microsoft Windows 10
  • Author(s):
  • Release date: November 2015
  • Publisher(s): Infinite Skills
  • ISBN: 9781771375559