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Computer Basics Manual

The document is a manual covering computer basics and office suite applications. It explains computer components, software types, operating systems, internet concepts, and email usage, as well as office tools and file operations in software like MS Office and LibreOffice. Key topics include input/output devices, system/application software, and essential functions for using office applications effectively.

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Computer Basics Manual

The document is a manual covering computer basics and office suite applications. It explains computer components, software types, operating systems, internet concepts, and email usage, as well as office tools and file operations in software like MS Office and LibreOffice. Key topics include input/output devices, system/application software, and essential functions for using office applications effectively.

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Computer Basics and Office Suite Manual

PART – A
1. INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS
- A computer is an electronic machine that takes input, processes it, and produces output.
- Components: Input devices, Output devices, CPU, Storage devices.

Input Devices: Keyboard, Mouse, Scanner, Touch screen, Joystick, Microphone, Digital camera,
Barcode reader, Biometric sensor.
Output Devices: Monitor, Printer, Speaker, Plotter.
Storage: Magnetic Tape, USB, Pen drive, Hard disk.

Computing Concepts:
- Data = raw facts; Information = processed data.
- RAM = temporary memory, ROM = permanent instructions.
- CPU = Control Unit + ALU (Arithmetic Logic Unit) + Memory Unit.

2. COMPUTER SOFTWARE TYPES


- System Software: Runs hardware (Windows, Linux).
- Application Software: User programs (Word, Excel, Chrome).
- Embedded Software: Fixed software in devices (washing machine, ATM).
- Proprietary Software: Paid (MS Office).
- Open Source Software: Free, modifiable (Linux, LibreOffice).

3. OPERATING SYSTEM
- Purpose: Manages hardware and software.
- Single User OS: One person at a time (MS-DOS, Windows).
- Multi-User OS: Many users at once (Linux, UNIX).

4. WINDOWS OPERATING SYSTEM


- GUI vs CUI: GUI uses icons/mouse; CUI uses text commands.
- File operations: Create, copy, delete files.
- Running apps via Start Menu or Program Manager.
- Setting up peripherals: Printer, Scanner, Webcam via Control Panel.

5. LINUX / MAC OS
Linux: Open-source, secure, used in servers.
- Commands: ls (list), cd (change dir), mkdir (new folder), chmod (permissions).

Mac OS: Apple's OS, smooth, secure, good performance.

6. INTERNET CONCEPTS
Requirements: Computer, modem/router, browser, OS.
Protocols: HTTP/HTTPS, FTP.
IP Address: Unique identifier of system (e.g., 192.168.1.1).
Steps: Connect modem -> ISP -> Browser -> Browse.
Uploading = sending file to internet, Downloading = receiving file.

7. ELECTRONIC MAIL
- Send/Receive emails via Gmail, Outlook.
- Functions: Attachments, CC/BCC, Inbox.
- Mailing lists: Group mails like newsletters.

8. WORLD WIDE WEB


- Advantages: Global access, e-commerce, learning.
- Navigation: Browsers like Chrome, Firefox.
- Searching: Google, Bing.

PART – B
1. OFFICE SUITE
- Collection of office tools: MS Office, LibreOffice, NeoOffice.
Includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

2. GETTING STARTED WITH OFFICE


- Starting and exiting applications.
- Office Shortcut Bar: Quick access toolbar.
- Customization: Add frequently used commands.

3. FILE OPERATIONS IN OFFICE


- Create file, enter/edit text, save, open, close, exit.
- Manage files with folders.

4. TOOLS IN OFFICE
- Cut, Copy, Paste (Ctrl+X/C/V).
- Drag & Drop editing.
- Undo (Ctrl+Z), Redo (Ctrl+Y).
- Spell Check, AutoCorrect (teh -> the).
- Find & Replace (replace words quickly).
- Templates and Wizards: Resume, letters.
- Help/Assistant: F1 key.

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