WINDOWS 95/98 LESSON 1: INTRODUCTION TO PERSONAL COMPUTERS...1 LESSON 2: BASIC WINDOWS 95/98 CONCEPTS...3

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1 WINDOWS 95/98 LESSON 1: INTRODUCTION TO PERSONAL COMPUTERS...1 Page LESSON 2: BASIC WINDOWS 95/98 CONCEPTS...3 Starting Windows 95/ Terminology...3 Holding and Using the Mouse...5 Using the Start Menu...5 Changing The Mouse Settings...7 Parts of a Program Window...9 Changing Windows Options Sizing/Moving Windows And Icons Changing the Taskbar Properties Viewing/Changing Date and Time Using the Right Mouse Button LESSON 3: USING HELP...16 LESSON 4: BRIEF OVERVIEW OF MICROSOFT WORD LESSON 5: USING MULTIPLE APPLICATIONS...21 Switching Between Applications LESSON 6: MANAGING FILES...22 Using My Computer (To Format a Disk) Using Microsoft Explorer (To Format a Disk) 95 Only Using My Computer Using Explorer Using the Recycle Bin Creating a Shortcut LESSON 7: CHANGING THE DISPLAY OPTIONS...29 Changing the Background Using a Screen Saver Changing Appearance and Settings LESSON 8: SHUTTING DOWN THE COMPUTER...33 This workbook may be reproduced in whole or in part by an employee of the Department of Human Services or the Department of Behavioral and Developmental Services. All other reproduction is prohibited unless written permission is obtained from the Training Institute. December 12, 2001

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3 LESSON 1: INTRODUCTION TO PERSONAL COMPUTERS NOTES OVERVIEW Personal Computers (often called PCs) have many capabilities. They allow you to produce documents, manipulate data and numbers, and print this information to be shared with others. HARDWARE Hardware is the physical equipment that you use to perform tasks. Hardware includes: The monitor: This looks like a television screen. The information you type shows on this screen. The keyboard: The keyboard is similar to a typewriter keyboard (but with additional keys). Additional keys include functions keys at the top of the keyboard, command keys to the right of the keyboard, and a keypad for numbers. Disk Drives: Hard disk drives are inside your computer and generally not removable. They store your programs and data you type into your computer. Your drive inside your computer is usually drive C. If you are on a network, you will have other drive letters as well. Floppy disk drives allow you to put in a floppy disk that generally stores less information than a hard disk, but they can easily be removed and placed in another similar computer to retrieve information. Floppy drives are usually Drive A or Drive B. Drives are indicated by the letter then a colon (e.g. Drive A is A:). CD-ROM (Compact Disc-Read Only Memory) drives (usually drive D:) allow the computer to run large programs from a CD-ROM without having to load the program onto the hard drive. CD-ROMs come pre-loaded and cannot store information. Memory: RAM (Random Access Memory): The internal memory inside your computer that holds your programs and documents when you type. When you lose power you lose whatever is stored in your RAM memory - that is why it s important to make a backup of any important information. Megabytes: Hard disk and floppy disk memory is usually indicated by a number then Mb (e.g. a 3 1/2 floppy disk usually contains 1.44 Mb of memory). A megabyte is a million characters of information. Windows 95/98 Page 1

4 Printers: There are many different kinds of printers. Dot matrix printers used to be very common, but the most common today is a laser printer. It usually prints several copies per minute and prints graphics, too. There are also ink jet and color printers. SOFTWARE Software is a list of instructions that tells the computer how to perform certain functions. These programs are often called applications. Additionally, many application developers have written programs exclusively for Windows 95/98. Typical applications include: Word Processing: To produce documents such as letters and memos (software would include WordPerfect, Microsoft Word and Lotus WordPro) Spreadsheet: To produce budgets and other accounting tasks (such as Lotus 1-2-3, Quattro Pro and Excel) Database: To produce and maintain lists of information (such as Dbase, FoxPro, Approach and Access) Publishing: To produce newsletters and brochures (such as PageMaker and Microsoft Publisher) Graphics Packages: To create illustrations (such as Harvard Graphics, Freelance and PowerPoint) Electronic Transfer of Information: To send information from one computer to another (such as ) over a LAN (Local Area Network) - WAN (Wide Area Network) Internet: The Internet is an immense network that connects computers at schools, commercial institutions, governments and research labs around the world. Most of the information on these systems can be accessed through an Internet provider using a desktop computer loaded with Internet software and a modem. Page 2 Windows 95/98

5 LESSON 2: BASIC WINDOWS 95/98 CONCEPTS NOTES OVERVIEW Windows 95/98 is a new operating system designed to combine the best features of the Microsoft Disk Operating System (MS-Dos) and the point and click ease of Windows. Windows 95/98 allows you to run many programs at the same time (called multi-tasking). Windows 95/98 will also: Guide you through difficult tasks, such as installing a printer or new hardware Find a file either by the date or by a word contained in the document Keep other programs running while you print a document Let you put long filenames on files instead of the 8 characters plus a 3 character extension (i.e. Fall 2002 Report.doc) using all Microsoft products. Starting Windows 95/98 Windows 95/98 will start automatically when you turn on your computer. Terminology Desktop is the primary Windows 95/98 display. It consists of a background, three (or more) icons, a taskbar and a Start button. An icon (picture), can represent programs, files, printer and computer information. Underneath the icon is a brief description of it's function. The taskbar (gray bar - usually across the bottom) shows what programs are running, if printing is in progress and displays the time. The Start button (located on the Taskbar) gives you access to Help, changing system settings and starting programs. Windows 95/98 Page 3

6 DESKTOP ICONS My Computer: Double-clicking on this icon gives you access to your computer s contents and allows you to manage files. Network Neighborhood: Double-clicking on this icon allows you to look at network items if your computer is connected to a network. Recycle Bin: The Recycle Bin is a temporary storage space for deleted files. Double-clicking on this icon will allow you to retrieve files deleted by mistake. NOTE: Windows 98 also has My Documents. Double-clicking on this icon will let you see all the documents that you have saved to your My Documents directory. Page 4 Windows 95/98

7 Holding and Using the Mouse NOTES The mouse is the primary connection between you and the computer. However, in order to use the mouse properly you must hold it properly. Hold the mouse using the following method: Turn the mouse so that the tail (or cable) faces away from you. Place your hand over the mouse so the rounded part supports your palm Your index and middle fingers rest lightly on the mouse buttons. Your thumb and ring finger hold the mouse gently on either side. By moving the mouse on a flat surface you move the pointer (arrow tip) within the window. To select or use functions use the operations listed below: Pointing: Positioning the tip of the mouse pointer at an item. Clicking: Pressing and releasing the left mouse button once. Double-clicking: Pressing and releasing the left mouse button twice quickly. Clicking and Dragging: Holding down the left mouse button and moving the mouse. Right Clicking: Move the mouse pointer to one of the icons and click once on the right mouse button. A small pop-up menu appears. This menu will be covered later in the course. Using the Start Menu OVERVIEW When you want to start an application in Windows 95/98 you can do it by using the Start Menu. Windows 95/98 Page 5

8 1. To activate the Start Menu, click once on the START button located on the left side of the taskbar. A pop-up Start menu appears. The Start Menu has seven default commands available: Programs: Shows a list of the programs you can use by clicking on them. Documents: Displays a list of previously opened documents Settings: Displays a list of system components for which you change settings. Find: Helps you to find a folder, file or mail message. Help: Starts the Help function. You can use Help to learn how to do your tasks in Windows 95/98. Run: Starts a program or opens a folder when you type an MS- DOS command. Shut Down: Shuts down or restarts your computer, or logs you off the network. 2. To select from one of the commands, click on the START button, then slowly move the mouse pointer up and down the list. (Notice how the menus usually open to the right and display other menus). 3. Slide straight across and straight up or down to get to the item. 4. Click on the desired item. 5. Click on START to turn off all Start Menu items from being viewed. Page 6 Windows 95/98

9 1) Open the Start Menu. 2) Look at the Programs options. 3) Look at the Accessories options. Return to the Start Menu. 4) Open the Start Menu again, look at Programs. 5) Look at the Startup option. Close all Start Menus. Changing The Mouse Settings OVERVIEW Windows 95/98 was created and designed to maximize use of the mouse. However, in order for you to get the most out of the mouse, you should tailor it for your physical and visual needs. This will result in reduced eye strain, physical strain and user strain. The items under the Buttons tab allow you to setup the mouse for left or right handed operation and control the double-click speed. The Pointers tab allow the user to change the style and size of pointers used in Windows 95/98. The items under the Motions tab are used to control the Pointer speed and Pointer trails. Windows 95/98 Page 7

10 1. Click on START. Choose SETTINGS, CONTROL PANEL. (You may also open MY COMPUTER and choose CONTROL PANEL.) 2. Double click on the MOUSE Icon. 3. To change Button configuration, click the BUTTONS tab, click in the circle next to Right or Left-handed. (Note that the button changes sides on the sample mouse.) 4. To change the double-click speed, click and drag the pointer on the double-click speed control. To test the speed, double-click in the Test area. If it is working, the jack-in-the-box will appear!! 5. To change pointer styles, click on the POINTERS tab, click on the down arrow next to the scheme box. The available sets of pointers are displayed. Click on a set. 6. To change Pointer speed or add Pointer Trails, click on the MOTION tab. Click and drag the pointer on the option you wish to change. To add pointer trails, click in the box to the left of the optio n. Click the box again to turn it off. 7. Click APPLY to make the changes and leave this window open, or click OK to return to Windows 95/98. 1) Open the Mouse feature in the Control Panel. 2) Adjust the double-click speed and pointer speed. 3) Activate the pointer trails, and move the mouse around. Turn off the pointer trails. 4) Choose OK to accept the changes. Page 8 Windows 95/98

11 Parts of a Program Window NOTES All program windows in Windows 95/98 look the same and have the same program control buttons. 1. Open any Program window. The standard parts of any window are: Title Bar. The band across the top of the window that contains the name of the program and the program control buttons. Maximize/Restore Buttons. or. Clicking on this button will expand the window to fill all available space or restore it back to its previous size. Minimize Button. Click once on this icon to reduce the program to a button on the taskbar. Click on the taskbar button to return the program to its previous size. Minimizing the program does not close the program. Control Menu Icon. This icon is in the upper left-hand corner of the title bar. You can close the program by double-clicking on the icon or by clicking once and selecting close from the control menu. Close Button. on the right hand side of the Title bar. Click on this button to close the program quickly. 1) Maximize the Control Panel window. 2) Restore it to its previous size. 3) Minimize the window to the Taskbar, then restore it. 4) Close the program using either of the close options above. Windows 95/98 Page 9

12 Changing Windows Options There are several ways to change options in Windows 95/98: 1. If an option has a black circle beside it, that option is on. To change to another option, click the blank circle (or the words beside the circle). 2. If the option has a box with an X in it, the option is on. To turn off the option, click the box (or the words beside the box). Click again to turn back on. 3. If the words have a check mark to the left of it, the option is on. To turn off the option, click the words beside the check mark. Click again to turn back on. 1) Open Solitaire (Programs, Accessories, Games). Maximize the screen. 2) Click on Game, Deck and select the deck you want to use. 3) Click on Game, Options and change the options. 4) Play Solitaire and practice mouse skills. 5) Minimize Solitaire to play later. Page 10 Windows 95/98

13 Sizing/Moving Windows And Icons NOTES Knowing how to size and move windows is important particularly when using multiple applications in Windows 95/98. You may have to resize and move windows or icons in order to view the contents of open Windows or find an icon hidden behind an application. You may also want to be able to view more icons in a window. 1. To resize a window, move the pointer across the edge of the Windows border (or corner) until it turns into a double-headed arrow. Click and drag the edge to the new location. Release the mouse button when completed. 2. To move a window, point anywhere in the title bar (at the top of the window), click and drag the window around and release the mouse when it has been relocated. 3. To move an icon, point to the icon to move, then click and drag it to a new location in the window. NOTE: Changing the size of a window, moving it, or moving an icon will automatically be saved when the computer is shut down. Windows 95/98 Page 11

14 1) Open the My Computer icon. 2) Adjust the size of the window to make it bigger or smaller. 3) Close the window. 4) Reopen the window again (it should be the new size). 5) Close the window again. 6) Move the My Computer icon to a new location on the screen. 7) Return it to its previous location. Changing the Taskbar Properties You can change several aspects of the Taskbar. You can change its location in the window, it can be hidden when programs are open, and you can turn the clock feature off. You can also customize the Start Menu by adding or removing items. 1. Windows 95 - Click START, click SETTINGS, TASKBAR. Windows 98 Click START, click SETTINGS, TASKBAR & START MENU. 2. Click on the TASKBAR OPTIONS tab. 3. Change the options by clicking in the box or the words to the right of the box. The Taskbar options are: Always on top. The Taskbar will always be visible, even if a program is full screen. Auto hide. Makes the Taskbar a thin line at the bottom of the screen. Point to the line to see the Taskbar again. Show small icons in Start menu. Makes the icons in the Start menu smaller. Show Clock. Shows a digital clock on the Taskbar. Page 12 Windows 95/98

15 4. To make the changes without leaving the window, click APPLY. To make the changes and return to Windows 95/98, click OK. To return to the original settings, click CANCEL. NOTES 5. To move the Taskbar, click and drag it to a new position on the screen (top, left, right or bottom). 1) Open the Taskbar Properties window. 2) Turn off the clock, Auto Hide the Task bar, and show small icons in the Start menu. 3) Go back to Windows 95/98 and look at the Start menu. 4) Return to Properties, and leave Always on top and Show Clock set. Return to Windows 95/98. 5) Move the Taskbar to the top of the screen. Move it to the left or right. Return it back to the bottom of the window. Viewing/Changing Date and Time The Taskbar shows the current time as specified by the computer s internal clock. You can also view the current date or change the current date/time. You may even view Time Zones around the world and have the clock automatically adjust for daylight savings. 1. To view the current date, point to the current time on the Taskbar and the date will appear above the time. 2. To change the date/time, double click on the current time shown on the Taskbar. For time changes, click on the option to change (hour, minutes, etc.) then click the up or down arrow. The change will show in the clock. For date changes, click on the down arrow to the right of month and choose a new month, click on the current day in the calendar. To change the year, click on the up or down arrows. 3. To view Time Zones, click the TIME ZONE tab (in Windows 95) Choose TIME ZONE from the drop-down box (in Windows 98). Click the down arrow and choose another time zone (or click anywhere on the map shown on the screen). If you click in a part of the world that changes for daylight savings, you can adjust Windows 95/98 Page 13

16 automatically by clicking in the box to the left of the option. If there is a check mark, the feature is on and will automatically adjust the computer s clock. (It will show the difference between Greenwich Mean Time (London) and the current time zone.) 1) Look at the current date. 2) Change the current time to 5 minutes later. Change the time back. 3) Change to the following month, then return to the current month. 4) View the time zone for several other parts of the world. Return to Eastern Time (US & Canada). 5) Return to Windows 95/98. Using the Right Mouse Button OVERVIEW Windows 95/98 uses the right Mouse Button to provide Shortcut menus. These Shortcut menus apply to any icon or any feature that you click on with the right mouse button. 1. Move the pointer to the feature (icon, taskbar, etc.) and click once on the RIGHT MOUSE BUTTON. 2. The Shortcut Menu opens listing the options available (such as open a program, create shortcuts, rename the feature, or view the Properties). 3. To choose a shortcut item, point to the item and click the LEFT MOUSE BUTTON. Page 14 Windows 95/98

17 1) Move the pointer to the My Computer icon and right-click. 2) Click on Rename. 3) Type in your name and left click in a blank area of the screen. 4) Using the above steps, rename the icon My Computer. Windows 95/98 Page 15

18 LESSON 3: USING HELP OVERVIEW Windows 95/98 and all windows applications have a Help option to give you more information about a topic. There are several ways to use the Help option. Windows 95 Page 16 Windows 95/98

19 Windows Click START, click HELP. (The above Window appears.) Click on the Index tab. 2. Type the first few characters of the word for which you want to get help. 3. Click the up and down arrows of the scroll bar to see more help options. 4. Click on the entry you want. 5. Click DISPLAY and read the help information. 6. Close the window when completed. Also, in Windows 95, if you want to get help on a particular part of a window: 1. Click? on the Title bar in the upper right corner of the window (if available). Windows 95/98 Page 17

20 2. An arrow with a question mark appears. 3. Point to the window area you want information on. Click once. 4. Read the help information. 5. Click outside the help window to turn the display off. 1) Open the Help option, and search for information about the date. Display help about Changing the computer s date. 2) Click to display Date/Time properties. 3) Using the? help to get information about different parts of the window. 4) Close the Date/Time Properties, then close the Windows Help. Page 18 Windows 95/98

21 LESSON 4: BRIEF OVERVIEW OF MICROSOFT WORD 2000 NOTES OVERVIEW Microsoft Word 2000 is a word processing program that allows you to create documents, use graphics and tables. You may also do a spell check, grammar check, use a thesaurus and automatically retrieve text. 1. Click START, PROGRAMS, MICROSOFT OFFICE, MICROSOFT WORD. 2. A Microsoft Word Window opens. 3. To save a document, click the SAVE button on the toolbar. Choose the location to save to and type the file name. Click OK. 4. To close a document, click FILE, click CLOSE or the on the far right of the title bar. Windows 95/98 Page 19

22 1) Open Word. 2) Type the following letter: Date (Add a Name and Address) Dear : Thank you for writing to us regarding our computer services. Enclosed is the information you requested. Sincerely, Sally Smith President 3) Save the document as Smith. Leave Word open but close the Smith document. Page 20 Windows 95/98

23 LESSON 5: USING MULTIPLE APPLICATIONS NOTES OVERVIEW You may have several applications (programs) open at one time. However, computer memory space will limit how many may be open, and the computer may run more slowly if several programs are open at once. Switching Between Applications 1. Any currently active programs will be listed on the Taskbar. 2. To move to another application, click once on the application that is open. (This will switch to the new application, leaving the other application open and running. You may close each application when done with it before shutting off the computer at the end of the day.) 3. To open another application, click START and open the program. It will now be listed on the Taskbar. 1) Look at the Taskbar to see what programs are currently open. 2) Return to your Solitaire game. 3) Go back to Microsoft Word. 4) Open the Calculator. 5) Minimize the Calculator window. 6) Reopen the Calculator. 7) Close the Calculator. 8) Return to Solitaire and close Solitaire. Windows 95/98 Page 21

24 LESSON 6: MANAGING FILES You can manage your computer s folders and files (copying, moving, renaming and deleting) by using the My Computer and Windows Explorer features. You can also format diskettes to prepare them for document storage. Once a file is deleted you may retrieve the file if it has been sent to the Recycle Bin. Using My Computer (To Format a Disk) OVERVIEW Although disks now come pre-formatted, we may occasionally find it necessary to format a disk. Formatting a disk erases all data and checks for any "damaged" space on the disk. 1. Double click the MY COMPUTER icon. 2. Place the disk to be formatted in the A: disk drive 3. Click ONCE on the icon for 3 1/2 Floppy (A:) (or the icon that shows where the disk to be formatted is located). 4. Click FILE, click FORMAT. Select the options. (Note: If the disk has never been formatted, click Format type: Full.) 5. Click START. 6. Click CLOSE. 7. Click CLOSE again to return to the My Computer window. Format any other disks, then close the window. EXERCISE 1) Place your unformatted disk in drive A:. 2) Change any options necessary - choose Format Type: Full. 3) Format the disk. 4) Close the window and return to Windows 95/98. Page 22 Windows 95/98

25 Using Microsoft Explorer (To Format a Disk) 95 Only 1. Insert disk in drive A:. 2. Right click on 3 ½ Floppy (A:) 3. Choose FORMAT. Select the options 4. Click START. 5. Click CLOSE. 6. Click CLOSE again to return to the Microsoft Explorer window. Format any other disks, then close the window. 1) Place your unformatted disk in drive A:. 2) Change any options necessary - choose Format Type: Full. 3) Format the disk. 4) Close the window and return to Windows 95/98. Using My Computer You may copy, move, delete and rename documents (as well as create folders) using the Explorer option. 1. Double-click the MY COMPUTER icon. Windows 95/98 Page 23

26 2. To locate a file, double-click the drive (A:, C:, D:, etc.) and on each folder until you find your document. NOTE: If you don t see folders, go to VIEW on the menu bar and choose LARGE ICONS or SMALL ICONS. Page 24 Windows 95/98

27 3. To rename a file, right click on the file to rename, click RENAME. Type in the new file name, press ENTER. (In Windows 95/98, you may use up to 255 characters, plus spaces, in a file name.) 4. To move or copy a file, click once on the file to move/copy. Click EDIT, COPY place the file in the Clipboard. Go to the new folder or drive, click EDIT, PASTE to retrieve the file and place it in the new folder. 5. To delete a file, click on the file to delete. Click FILE, DELETE. It will ask you to confirm the delete. Click YES to confirm, NO to cancel. NOTE: Deleting a file moves the file to the Recycle Bin in Windows 95/98. The file will be held here indefinitely until it is cleared. You may retrieve a file deleted by mistake by going to the Recycle Bin. 1) In Windows Explorer, Locate your Word file named Smith. (C:\MYDOCUMENTS\SMITH). 2) Rename the file to: Thank you letter. 3) Copy the file to the floppy disk in Drive A:. 4) View the document on the floppy. 5) Delete the file from the floppy. 6) Delete the file from the hard drive and send it to the Recycle Bin. 7) Close out of Windows Explorer and return to Windows 95/98. Windows 95/98 Page 25

28 Using Explorer You may copy, move, delete and rename documents (as well as create folders) using the Explorer option. 1. Click START, PROGRAMS, WINDOWS EXPLORER. 2. To locate a file, double-click folders until you find your document. 3. To rename a file, click on the file to rename, click FILE, RENAME. Type in the new file name, press ENTER. (In Windows 95/98, you may use up to 255 characters, plus spaces, in a file name.) 4. To move or copy a file, click once on the file to move/copy. Click EDIT, COPY place the file in the Clipboard. Go to the new folder or drive, click EDIT, PASTE to retrieve the file and place it in the new folder. 5. To delete a file, click on the file to delete. Click FILE, DELETE. It will ask you to confirm the delete. Click YES to confirm, NO to cancel. NOTE: Deleting a file moves the file to the Recycle Bin in Windows 95/98. The file will be held here indefinitely until it is cleared. You may retrieve a file deleted by mistake by going to the Recycle Bin. Page 26 Windows 95/98

29 1) In Windows Explorer, Locate your Word file named Thank you letter. (C:\MYDOCUMENTS\THANK YOU LETTER). 2) Rename the file to: Letter about computer services. 3) Copy the file to the floppy disk in Drive A:. 4) View the document on the floppy. 5) Delete the file from the floppy. 6) Delete the file from the hard drive and send it to the Recycle Bin. 7) Close out of Windows Explorer and return to Windows 95/98. Using the Recycle Bin 1. Double-click the RECYCLE BIN icon. Maximize the window to see the full list. 2. To bring a file back to the previous folder, click once on the file to restore, click FILE, click RESTORE. 3. To delete a file, click FILE, DELETE, then YES or NO to confirm file delete. 4. To delete all files in the Recycle Bin, click FILE, EMPTY RECYCLE BIN, click YES or NO to confirm the deletion of all files. VERY IMPORTANT NOTE: if the Recycle Bin is full, the file(s) you delete you WILL NOT BE ADDED TO THE RECYCLE BIN! THEY WILL BE DELETED FROM THE COMPUTER ENTIRELY! 1) Open the Recycle Bin and view your file. 2) Restore your file to its previous location. Windows 95/98 Page 27

30 Creating a Shortcut Shortcuts allow you to quickly access a file, folder, or program on the Windows 95/98 desktop. 1. Open EXPLORER and locate the file, folder, or program to create a Shortcut for. 2. Click once on the file, folder or program. 3. Click and drag the Shortcut icon anywhere on the Windows 95/98 desktop (you may need to restore the window to see the desktop in the background). 4. To use the Shortcut, double click the icon. 1) Create a Shortcut for Explorer (under Windows, Explorer). 2) Open Explorer using the Shortcut. Page 28 Windows 95/98

31 LESSON 7: CHANGING THE DISPLAY OPTIONS NOTES OVERVIEW The ability to change the display gives the user additional ways to tailor Windows 95/98 to their individual needs, preferences and tastes. It allows the user to change the Background (called the Desktop), to change a Screen Saver (to protect the screen from burn-in ), and to change the Appearance (color and fonts of the Windows) and Settings. Changing the Background 1. Click START, SETTINGS, CONTROL PANEL and double-click on the DISPLAY Icon. The Display Properties Window is shown. 2. Click on the Background Tab to move it to the front, if necessary. Windows 95/98 Page 29

32 3. To select a Pattern and Wallpaper, scroll through the lists and click the desired selection. (The selection is displayed on the sample monitor screen). If you like the pattern click APPLY, and the new pattern/wallpaper will show in the background. In Windows 98, It default to the selection of wallpaper and you must click on the pattern button to choose a pattern. Windows 98 also allows you the option to stretch your selection. 4. Click OK or CANCEL to keep the previously selected background. 1) Open Display Properties. 2) Select a Pattern to use and view in the sample screen. Apply it and view it on the full screen. Turn the Pattern off (back to none). 3) Select a Wallpaper to use and view in the sample screen. Select Tile for the Display type. Apply it and view it on the full screen. Turn the Wallpaper off (back to none). Using a Screen Saver 1. Click START, SETTINGS, CONTROL PANEL and double-click on the DISPLAY Icon. The Display Properties Window is shown. 2. Click on the SCREEN SAVER tab to move it to the front, if necessary. 3. Click on the down arrow next to the SCREEN SAVER option. 4. Click on the desired Screen Saver (you will see a sample in the sample window). 5. Click on the up or down arrow to change the number of minutes before the screen saver will appear. 6. Click SETTINGS... to change the preset options for each screen saver. Click OK. 7. In 95, click PREVIEW to see what the Screen Saver looks like on the full screen. Page 30 Windows 95/98

33 8. Move the mouse, or press any key, to return to the window. NOTES 9. To password protect, click PASSWORD PROTECTED, click CHANGE... and add a password. (Note: be very careful, you must remember the password to get back into your programs once the screen saver appears.) 10. Click OK. 1) Select a screen saver. Change the settings. 2) Preview on the screen. Return to the Screen Saver options screen. Changing Appearance and Settings OVERVIEW By using the Appearance option you can change the color and font of all Windows. This enables the user to adjust the settings for office lighting, enhance the visibility of the Windows or just liven the display up. The Settings option allows you to change the type of screen you are using, and how the Desktop screen will appear. We recommend you do not change any of the settings. 1. Click START, SETTINGS, CONTROL PANEL and double-click on the DISPLAY Icon. The Display Properties Window is shown. 2. Click on the APPEARANCE tab to move it to the front, if necessary. 3. Click on the down arrow on the right of the SCHEME box to activate the drop-down menu. 4. Click on an option, and the sample window will display the selected color scheme. When the desired scheme is found, click APPLY to see the change and stay in the Display Properties window. Click OK when finished. 5. To change font size, select the down arrow next to the Item box and click on the area to be changed. Remember, only areas that have text in them can be changed. 6. Click OK. Windows 95/98 Page 31

34 1) Select a new Scheme. 2) Apply it and view on the window. 3) Select the Item - Active Title Bar. Change the Color. 4) Change the Font size to 14, Italicized, then Apply. 5) Change back to the original settings and close to return to the Desktop. Page 32 Windows 95/98

35 LESSON 8: SHUTTING DOWN THE COMPUTER OVERVIEW When you re ready to turn off your computer, it is important in Windows 95/98 to shut down the computer by closing out of Windows 95/98. This will ensure that Windows 95/98 has saved all the files and removed any temporary files that may have been created by programs. ALWAYS use the Shut Down command to safely shut down Windows 95/ Click the START button. 2. Click SHUT DOWN Click the option you want. You have the following options: Shut down the computer: Prepares your computer to be turned off, saving any Windows settings that have been changes and saves any information stored in memory to your hard drive. Restart the computer: Saves any Windows settings that have been changed, saves any information stored in memory to the hard drive, then restarts the computer. Restart the computer in MS-DOS mode: Same as above, but when restarted goes to MS-DOS mode. When finished in MS- DOS mode, type exit or win to return to Windows 95/98. Windows 95/98 Page 33

36 In 95, Close all programs and log on as a different user: Closes all programs and disconnects from the network allowing someone else to log on your computer. 4. Click YES or OK to shut down, click NO or CANCEL to return to Windows 95/ Wait for the screen prompt It s now safe to turn off your computer. 6. Turn off your computer. 1) Start the Shut Down procedure to turn off your computer. 2) Choose the Shut down the computer? option. 3) Shut down your computer and turn it off. Page 34 Windows 95/98