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Basic Computer Skills
Using a personal computer and related applications to convey and retrieve information.

  • Navigation and File Management
    • Use scroll bars, a mouse, and dialog boxes to work within the computer's operating system.
    • Access and switch between applications and files of interest.
  • Internet and E-mail
    • Navigate the Internet to find information.
    • Open and configure standard browsers.
    • Use searches, hypertext references, and transfer protocols.
    • Send and retrieve electronic mail (e-mail).
    • Manage personal schedule and contact information.
    • Navigate the internet to find and attend online training, web conferences, webinars, self-paced training, and other applicable interactive sites.
    • Employ collaborative/groupware applications to facilitate group work.
  • Writing and Publishing Applications
    • Use a computer application to type text and insert pictures.
    • Format, edit, and print text.
    • Save and retrieve word processing documents.
  • Spreadsheets
    • Use a computer application to enter, manipulate, and format text and numerical data.
    • Insert, delete, and manipulate cells, rows, and columns.
    • Create and save worksheets, charts, and graphs.
  • Presentations
    • Use a computer application to create, manipulate, edit, and show virtual slide presentations.
  • Databases
    • Use a computer application to manage large amounts of information.
    • Create and edit simple databases.
    • Input data.
    • Retrieve detailed records.
    • Create reports to communicate the information.
  • Graphics
    • Work with pictures in graphics programs or other applications.
    • Create simple graphics.
    • Manipulate the appearance of graphics.
    • Insert graphics into other files/programs.


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