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CPD Course
Windows 10: Transition from Windows 8.1
Develop practical knowledge and confidence in Windows 10: Transition from Windows 8.1.
This course provides the essentials of upgrading from Windows 8.1 to Windows 10. The course outline focuses on new and improved features, such as:
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Course Description
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Develop practical knowledge and confidence in Windows 10: Transition from Windows 8.1.
This course provides the essentials of upgrading from Windows 8.1 to Windows 10. The course outline focuses on new and improved features, such as:
Why this course matters
This course turns the subject into practical, structured learning you can apply in real business and workplace situations. It is designed to help you move beyond definitions and understand how the ideas, tools and decisions covered in the course fit together.
What you will gain
- Use the key features and workflows covered in Windows 10: Transition from Windows 8.1 with greater confidence.
- Apply the tools and techniques to practical business tasks.
- Recognise common mistakes and work more efficiently in day-to-day use.
Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for business users, administrators, managers and professionals who want to work more efficiently with everyday digital tools.
Course at a glance
- Format: self-paced online learning.
This course provides the essentials of upgrading from Windows 8.1 to Windows 10. The course outline focuses on new and improved features, such as:
- The Start Menu
- Virtual Desktops
- Snap Assist
- Using Cortana
- Searching Your Computer
- Surfing the Web with Microsoft Edge
- Using Windows 10 Apps
Course Topics:
Lesson 1: Navigating the Windows 10 Environment
TOPIC A: Navigate the Desktop
- The Desktop
- The Taskbar
- The Notification Area
- Tooltips
- Context Menus
- Jump Lists
- Dialog Boxes
- Desktop Icons
- Enabling Tablet Mode
- Activity 1-1
TOPIC B: Explore the Start Menu
- Using the Start Button
- Anatomy of the Start Menu
- Tiles
- Live Tiles
- Resizing the Start Menu
- Viewing All Apps
- Activity 1-2
TOPIC C: Multitask with Apps
- Switching Between Apps
- The Snap Feature
- Using Snap Assist
- Closing an App
- Activity 1-3
- Summary
- Review Questions
Lesson 2: Working with the Windows 10 Environment
TOPIC A: View Notifications
- About Windows 10 Notifications
- About the Action Center
- Opening and Closing the Action Center
- Clearing Notifications
- Customizing Notification Settings
- Activity 2-1
TOPIC B: Search Your Computer
- Getting to Know Cortana
- Setting Up Cortana
- Using Cortana Voice Commands
- Using the Search Field
- Using the Cortana Menu
- Using the Cortana Notebook
- Activity 2-2
TOPIC C: Work with Virtual Desktops
- Creating a New Desktop
- Switching Desktops
- Moving Apps Between Desktops
- Closing Desktops
- Activity 2-3
TOPIC D: Connect Devices to Your PC
- Connecting Devices
- Viewing Devices
- Removing Devices
- Activity 2-4
- Summary
- Review Questions
Lesson 3: Customizing the Windows 10 Environment
TOPIC A: Change Basic Windows Settings
- Accessing the Settings Window
- Overview of the Settings Window
- Accessing the Control Panel
- Overview of the Control Panel
- Changing the Control Panel View
- Activity 3-1
TOPIC B: Customize the Lock Screen
- Using the Lock Screen
- Changing the Background
- Changing Apps
- Changing the Screen Saver
- Activity 3-2
TOPIC C: Customize the Desktop
- Changing the Desktop Background
- Changing the Accent Color
- Applying a Theme
- Activity 3-3
TOPIC D: Store and Share Files with OneDrive
- What is OneDrive?
- Using the OneDrive Notification Icon
- Viewing Your Local OneDrive Folder
- Viewing Your Online OneDrive Folder
- Uploading Files and Folders
- Changing OneDrive Settings
- Activity 3-4
- Summary
- Review Questions
Lesson 4: Working with Apps in Windows 10
TOPIC A: Use Mail
- Opening Mail
- Configuring Mail Accounts
- Viewing Mail Messages
- Composing Mail Messages
- Replying to Messages
- Deleting Messages
- Activity 4-1
TOPIC B: Use Calendar
- Opening Calendar
- Configuring Calendar
- Viewing Your Calendar
- Adding Events
- Editing Events
- Deleting Events
- Activity 4-2
TOPIC C: Use Camera
- Opening Camera
- Taking Photos
- Using the Timer
- Taking a Video
- Setting Options
- Activity 4-3
- Summary
- Review Questions
Lesson 5: Having Fun in Windows 10
TOPIC A: Use Groove Music
- Opening Groove Music
- Playing Your Music
- Using the Now Playing List
- Creating Playlists
- Searching for Music
- Activity 5-1
TOPIC B: Use Movies & TV
- Opening Movies & TV
- Playing Videos
- Searching for Videos
- Activity 5-2
TOPIC C: Use Xbox
- Opening Xbox
- Signing Into the Xbox App
- Playing Games
- Viewing Achievements
- Activity 5-3
- Summary
- Review Questions
Lesson 6: Using Microsoft Edge
TOPIC A: Navigate Microsoft Edge
- Web Browsers and Search Engines
- Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer
- Elements of the Microsoft Edge Window
- URL’s
- Bing
- Activity 6-1
TOPIC B: Use Microsoft Edge
- The Address Bar
- Viewing Frequently Visited Websites
- Viewing Your Favorites
- Viewing Your Reading List
- Viewing Your History
- Using Reading View
- Creating Web Notes
- Sharing With Microsoft Edge
- Using Cortana in Microsoft Edge
- Activity 6-2
TOPIC C: Manage Tabs
- About Tabs
- Creating New Tabs
- Switching Between Tabs
- Managing Tabs
- Closing a Tab
- Activity 6-3
TOPIC D: Modify Microsoft Edge Options
- About the More Actions Menu
- Customizing Browser Settings
- Customizing Advanced Settings
- Activity 6-4
- Summary
- Review Questions
Course pathway: eBSI SME Academy > Windows 10: Transition from Windows 8.1
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Your questions, answered
Does the course include a certificate?
The course assessment leads to a downloadable digital PDF CPD Certificate of Completion. See the course description for the CPD credits awarded.
What is CPD?
CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. It is the ongoing learning that helps you maintain and develop the knowledge and skills you use in your work. Courses, workshops and other learning activities can contribute to your CPD record.
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