Unit of Competence Operate Personal Computer

 This unit defines the competence required to operate a personal

computer, including starting the PC, logging in, using and

understanding desktop icons and their links to
underlying programs, navigating a directory structure,
saving work, printing, closing down the PC and word
processing .
Learning outcome
At the end of this module the trainees will able to:
LO1: Start the computer

LO2: Access basic system information

LO3: Navigate and Manipulate desktop environment

LO4 Organize basic directory/ folder structure and files

LO5: Organize files for user and/or organization requirements

LO6: Print information

LO7: Operate application software

LO1: START THE COMPUTER

 Check peripherAL device connections for correct position.

 Check input voltage for the device based on the OHS

STANDARds.

 Switched on power at both the power and computer.

 Check peripherAL device connections for
cor rect position.
What is Peripheral Device?

 A computer peripheral is a device that is connected to a

computer but is not part of the core computer architecture.

 The core elements of a computer are the central processing unit,

power supply, motherboard and the computer case that contains

those three components. Technically speaking, everything else is
considered a peripheral device.
 Why we need Computer Peripherals?
 You connect the device to the computer to expand the

functionality of the system.

For example, consider a printer. Once the printer is

connected to a computer, you can print out documents.
Another way to look at peripheral devices is that they are
dependent on the computer system.
For example, most printers can't do much on their own, and they
only become functional.

Example: A peripheral device connects to a computer system to

add functionality.

Examples are a mouse, keyboard, monitor, printer and scanner.

Learn about the different types of peripheral devices and how
they allow you to do more with your computer.
 Types of Computer Peripherals
There are 3 types in Computer Peripherals.
1. Input device: An input device is a piece of equipment that enables
data to be entered into a computer system(Example Mouse,
Keyboard, Joystick ,Microphone ,Digital Camera, Scanner
etc..)
2. Output device: which provides output to the user from the computer
(monitors, printers, etc.)
3. Storage device: which stores data processed by the computer
(External hard drives, flash drives, etc.)
 Peripheral devices can be external or internal.

 For example, a printer is an external device that you

connect using a cable, while an optical disc drive is

typically located inside the computer case.

 Internal peripheral devices are also referred to as

integrated peripherals. When most people refer to

peripherals, they typically mean external ones.
What is Computer?
 A Computer is a programmable electronic device/machine

that accepts data as input, stores and processes it, and then
gives the information as output.

 A computer system is the combination of hardware and

software.
1. Hardware and
2. Software
Computer Software
 Computer hardware is directed by a set of instructions. Without these
instructions, computers can do nothing.
 These set of instructions are called softwARe (also called programs).

 We use programming languages to write these instructions.

 Examples of programming languages include C, C++, Visual Basic,

Java, etc.
 Software are categorized into two:
 System Software

 Application Software
 COMPUTER HARDWARE
□ Computer hardware is the physical part of the computer
system that can be seen and felt.

□ The hardware part of a computer system is composed of a

number of interacted physical parts.
Hardware Parts of Computer
 System Unit

 Monitor

 Keyboard

 Mouse

 Power Switch
 System Unit
 It processes, stores, and
communicates information.
 components of System unit
 CPU
 Primary Memory
 RAM & ROM
 Secondary Memory
 Internal Hard Disk
 Mother Board
 CD-Drive
 Ports & etc…
 Monitor

 This is what we call the Display Unit or

Screen.

 This visually communicates with the

user.

 Almost all information communicated

from the computer to the user is
through the monitor
 Power Switch

 Both the system unit and the

monitor have a power switch
that turns them on and off.

 Most power switches have this

symbol.
 Keyboard
 It is an important tool that allows a user to communicate with
the computer.
 We use keyboard in order to type text into the computer.
 It is composed of “keys” that send a signal to the computer that
the computer recognizes and uses to carry out processes and
programs.
 Cont…
Backspace Key Function
Key

Numeric Key

 Todelete the character

(or space) to the left of the
cursor
 Mouse
 Similar to the keyboard, the mouse is used to communicate with the

computer.

 The mouse is like a remote control to a TV

 It is a tool that drives the computer that can be used “away from the

computer;” though the mouse is considered your direct connection

into the computer world.
Using the Mouse
 Fit the palm of your hand

around the mouse, with

 your index finger resting on

the left (the PRIMAry) mouse

button &
 your middle finger resting on

the right (the secoNDARy)

mouse button.
 Let the heel of your hand rest on

the desk or TAble.

 Mouse Cursors
 As you move the mouse, the mouse pointer (the cursor on the
screen) will move in the same direction as your hand.
The

is the visual cue that points, moves,

and selects things on monitor
 Mouse Techniques
1. Click
 To click, you press down one of the mouse buttons.

 As you click it, it makes a “clicking” noise.

2. Left Clicking
 This is the primary “click” that you will use.

 This is clicking on the left mouse button.

 When someone says, “click here,” that usually means to left click.
3. Right Clicking
 This is used to change options or perform specific functions.

( using the displayed short-cut menu or Menu)

4. Point
 Use the mouse to move the mouse pointer so that it hovers over the top

of an icon or word on the screen.

5. Drag and Drop
 Move the mouse pointer over the top of an item (such as an icon) on
your screen and then (while holding your hand still) gently press and
release the left button on the mouse.
 This technique is often used to make a selection.

6. Double-click
 While hovering the mouse pointer over an item on the screen, quickly
press the left mouse button two times.
 By double clicking, you are usually prompting the computer to take an
action on the item you selected
7. Select Item or Icon
 Press and hold down a mouse button (usually the left button).

 As you hold down the button, move the mouse in any

direction.
 Click and drag is a method used when “highlighting” or
“selecting” text.
 To do this to text, click at the beginning of the text that you

want to select, hold down the left mouse button, and move
your mouse to the end of where you want to highlight.
 Turning the Computer ON and OFF
Turning the Computer ON

 On a desktop computer, there

will be a power button to turn
ON the computer.
 Similarly, there will be a power
button on the monitor to turn
ON the monitor.
 These buttons are usually on the
front of the computer and the
monitor.
 Follow the procedures below to turning the computer ON:

 Push the power button on the computer (system unit)

 You will see some lights near the power button come on, these are

the lights to show you that the computer is running.

 Push the power button on the monitor (if it is not ON)

 A green light will show on the monitor

Turning the Computer OFF
 Follow the procedures below to shutdown the computer that allows
the computer to properly store files.
 Click on the start button at the bottom left of the screen.
 From the start menu choose Shut down.
 In the dialog box that opens, select Shut down (if it isn't already pre-
selected).
 Click on the OK button.
 Wait until the monitor turns black and the computer is no longer
making a humming noise.
 Lastly, turn off the computer monitor by pressing the power button on
the monitor.
 Intr C s
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□ It is the operating system that is installed on most computers.
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□ It is the first screen you see on the monitor when the computer
starts up
□ It is sometimes referred to as The D ktop En · o ent.
□ The desktop environment is made up ofseveral parts including:
• Desktop Icons( Computer, Network and Recycle Bin etc .....)
• The Task Bar
• The Start Button
• NotificationArea(System Try)
Shows the disk drives and hardware connected to this
computer

Accessed the computer and the device are that are on the
network

I Contain File and Folder that you have deleted

 Quick Lunch
Start Button
Notification area or System Try

C C

Show Desktop
Taskbar
 Working in Windows
 A Window is a rectangle on your screen that organizes how
you
 view AND work in specific progrAMS or
 view files on your computer.
 Elements of a window:
Title Bar
Menu Bar
Status Bar
Scroll Bar
Minimize Button
Maximize Button
Close Button
 Status Bar
54
 SELF-CHECK 5.1-1

I. Multiple Choice: Choose the letter of the correct answer from the given choices.

1. External peripherals are:

a. Attached to the outside of the system unit.
b. Parts that make up the monitor.
c. The keys on your keyboard.
d. Parts that make up the system box

2. A monitor can also be called a

a. TV
b. VDU
c. Display Board
d. Screen

3. Ports on a computer allow for external input and output devices to be attached to the motherboard of a
computer. Which one of the following is an external input port?
a. Parallel (printer) port
b. Power port
c. PS/2 port
d. Video card port

4. Computer hardware is made up of three types of hardware, which listed below is not a piece of computer
hardware?
a. Internal peripherals
b. External peripherals
c. Software
d. System Unit

5. At the end of a session working on a computer you must always

1. Lock the computer
2. Shut-down the computer
3. Log-in to the computer
4. Log-off the computer
II. Essay.

1. What is the difference between hardware and software?

2. What are examples of hardware and software?
3. Give at least 3 types of operating system platform. Explain each type.

ACTIVITIES

1. Cut out a picture of at least 10 examples of computer peripherals and give its functions.
2. Create a simple video presentation showing how to turn on and shut down a computer.
3. Create a PowerPoint presentation showing different parts of a computer system and its function.
 LO 2 ACCESS BASIC INFORMATION SYSTEM

► Insert User name and password as prompted and noted

access, privacy, security and related conditions of use displayed

on introductory screens

► Navigate OperAting system to access system infoRMAtion to

identify system configuration and application versions in

operation

► Use On-line help functions as required

Access privacy, security of user name and password
What is a Security?
 On a network, protection of a computer system and its data from
harm or loss, implemented especially so that
only authorized users can
gain access to shared files.
What is a User?
 A person who uses a computer. If the computer is connected to a network,
a user can access the programs and files on the computer, as well as
programs and files located on the network (depending on account
restrictions determined by the network administrator).
What is a user account?
 A user account is a collection of information that tells Windows
which files and folders you can access, what changes you can
make to the computer, and your personal preferences, such as
your desktop background or screen saver.
 User accounts let you share a computer with several people, while
having your own files and settings. Each person accesses his or
her user account with a user name and password.
 There are three types of accounts. Each type gives users a
different level of control over the computer:
1. STANDArd ACCOunts are for everyday computing.
2. AdministrAtor Accounts provide the most control
over a computer, and should only be used when
necessary.
3. Guest Accounts are intended primarily for people who
need temporary use of a computer.
How to crEAte user ACcount
 To open user accounts, click Start, and then click Manage
 CrEAte A new user ACCOUNT
 To rENAME A user Account
 To delete A user ACCOUNT
 To CHANGe the PASSword for A user
 To DISAble or ACTivAte A user ACCOUNT
 To modify A user ACCOUNT
How to crEAte user ACcount
 To open user accounts, click Start, and then click Control Panel.
Double-click user account
Operating system
What is an Operating System?

 Is a computer program that manages the hardware and software

resources of a computer.

 It Co-ordinates the activity between the user and the computer.

 Through OS you can tell the computer to run a program, to

type your letter, and to store and retrieve the data you work
with the computer.
The OS performs basic tasks such as:
 Controlling and allocating Memory.

 Prioritizing system requests.

 Controlling input and output devices.

 Make Easy Networking And Managing Files.

 It also may provide a Graphical User Interface (GUI)

for higher level functions.

Typ
1. SingleTasking OS(CLI)

2. Multi-Tasking OS(GUI)
1. Single Tasking OS

 Only one program can be run on the computer at a

time.
 Example: MS-DOS

TO START MS DOS,
Click Start button  Click Run  Type cmd Click OK.
Click Start button All Programs  Accessories 
Click Command Prompt.
 MS DOS Commands
The following are MS Dos Commands.
I. Internal Commands:
 Dir …………………….Displays a list of files and subdirectories in a
directory
 Ver………….………….Displays the version of the operating system.
 Cls ……………………..Clears the screen
 Date ……………………Displays or sets the date
 Time ……………………Displays or sets the system time.
 Ren ………………..……Renames a file or folders.
 CD …………………..….Specifies that you want to change to the parent
directory
 RD …………….…………Removes (deletes) a directory
 MD………………...…… Makes (Creates) a directory
 Copy………………..…... Copies one or more files to another location
 Type ………………...…..Displays the contents of a text file or files
II. External Commands:
 Xcopy …………………Copies files and directory trees
 Edit…………………….Opens MS DOS editor.
 fdisk ………………….Partition Hard disk for use with Windows
98.
 format……………….. Formats a disk for use with Windows.
 Diskcopy …………….Copies the contents of one floppy disk to
another
 Doskey ………………Edits command lines, recalls Windows
2000 commands, and creates macros
 CHKDSK …………… Checks a disk and displays a status report
 Scandisk…………….Same as CHKDSK.
 Comp …………………Compares the contents of two files of
sets of files..
 2. Multi-Tasking OS
 Designed to run more that one program at a time.

 Example: MS-Windows (Win 95, Win 98, Win NT, Win 2000,
WinXP,W7.W8,W10).

 Multi-User OS
 Used in large companies to connect a number of computers

(workstations), to a Server so that Server's CPU is shared by all

of the workstations.
 System Information
 System Infor mation collects and displays system
configuration information for local and remote
computers.

 This includes information about

1. Hardware configurations
2. Computer components, and
3. Software, including signed drivers and unsigned drivers.
 When support technicians troubleshoot your system
configuration, they require specific information about your
computer. You can use System Information to quickly find the
information that these technicians need to resolve a system
problem.
 System Information saves data files in a native (.nfo) format.
You can also open .cab and .xml files in System
Information.
 SELF-CHECK 5.2
I. Multiple Choice. Choose the letter of the correct answer from the given choices.
1. To log-on onto a computer a user must have a
a. Username
b. Pin code
c. Password
d. Username and a password
2. To allow easy and efficient identification of files, you should apply some basic principles when saving. Which
one listed is incorrect.
a. Store files in folders
b. Store files in sub-folders
c. Name files appropriately
d. Accept the suggested file name the software gives you
3. If a file is accidentally deleted it may be possible to restore it from the
a. Trash can
b. Recycle bin
c. There isn't a way to restore it
d. Your Home drive
4. If you want to close a program you can
a. Click on the red box with a x at the top left of the screen
b. Click on the red box with a x at the top right of the screen
c. Click on the start at the bottom of the screen and chose shut down
d. Hold in the power button on the system box
5. Which of the following is in the Microsoft Office Suite
a. Game maker
b. AUTOCAD
c. Publisher
d. Movie Maker
Exercises
1. Think about a maximum of 3 activities you perform or want to perform using a computer.
2. Think about all of the computers that are necessary for you to complete your day to day activities:
3. Think about a maximum of 3 smartphone manufacturers.
LO3: Navigate and Manipulate desktop environment

 Create and customize desktop icons

 Select, open and close to access APPLICAtion progrAMs

desktop icons

 Manipulate and desktop return to original conditions

application windows
 Introduction
 Navigate and manipulate desktop environment deals with

creation of desktop icons, using icons to access application

windows and manipulating application windows
 1. Desktop icons
 Icons: icons are little pictures that represent objects,

such as files or actions such as menu commands the user

can initiate an action by double-clicking on the icon

 Program icon: A graphic symbol representing an

application or document .double click on the icon to start

the application associated with it
 2. Manipulation of application windows
 Application Window: contains a running application.
Application windows have menu bars and may also contain
one or more document window
 Document window: contains a document used by an
application. Generally, document windows appear within
application windows and are often referred to child
windows
 Windows Component
 Title bar

 Displayed along the top of all most all program, folder and

display box windows.

 Maximize, Minimize, Restore and Close Buttons

 To close a windows using keyboard

 Press Alt+F4
To minimize all program windows simultaneously

-Right click on empty part of the Task bar

- select show the desktop

To reverse the effect of minimize all windows

-Right click on empty part of Taskbar

-select Undo show Open windows

Scroll bar: Allows movement of text and graphics within windows

 Window Borders: the area framing the window.

 Control icon: All windows have control icons

 Dialog box: Allow you to enter text in to the dialog box

 Text box: Allow you to enter text in to the dialog box

 List box: Select from the list of option

 Scroll buttons: Drag up or down to move the window

display
Desktop icons(Practical Section)
 To ADD A desktop icon

 To rENAme A desktop icon

 ToARRANGe your desktop icons

 To customize A BACkground color

 To put A shortcut icon on the desktop

 To turn off the desktop icon grid

Rename Icon
Method 1
 Right click on icon
 Then click on rename
 Then type name
Method 2
 Select icon
 Then press from keyboard F2
 Then type name
Manipulation of application windows
 Window components
 Opening A Window
 Resize AN Open Window
 Moving AWindow
 DisplAying All Open Windows
 ArrANGe ALL open windows
 Minimizing AWindow
 MAXIMIZING AWindow
 Restoring AWindow
 Closing
 SELF-CHECK 5.3
1. DOS WAS THE FIRST WIDELY-INSTALLED OPERATING SYSTEM FOR PERSONAL COMPUTERS. WHAT DOES DOS STAND FOR?
A. DIGITAL OPERATING SYSTEM D. IT’S AN ABBREVIATION OF THE WORD
“DOORS”
B. DISK OPERATING SYSTEM

C. DESKTOP OPERATING SYSTEM

2. WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING FILE TYPES CANNOT BE RUN FROM DOS PROMPT?

A. BAT C. RUN

B. EXE D. COM

3. WHICH ICON ON THE DESKTOP HELPS YOU TO RESTORE DOCUMENTS YOU HAVE DELETED?
A. MY COMPUTER C. RECYCLE BIN

B. MY NETWORK PLACES D. MY DOCUMENTS

4. WHAT HAPPEN WHEN YOU CLICK A TASK BAR BUTTON?

YOU CLICKED.
A. A DROP DOWN MENU APPEARS
C. YOU CLOSE THE CURRENT APPLICATION
B. YOU ACTIVATE THE WINDOW
REPRESENTED BY THE TASK BAR BUTTON D. YOUR WORK IS AUTO SAVED
5. A DESKTOP WINDOW DOES NOT HAVE A STATUS BAR?

A. TRUE

B. FALSE

6. WHICH OF THESE BUTTONS WOULD YOU CLICK TO HIDE THE WINDOW WITHOUT CLOSING THE APPLICATION?
A. THE CLOSE BUTTON C. THE MINIMIZE BUTTON
B. THE RESTORE DOWN BUTTON D. THE MAXIMIZE BUTTON
7. WHICH UTILITY WOULD YOU USE TO CUSTOMIZE YOUR DESKTOP?
A. SEARCH
B. HELP & SUPPORT
C. CONTROL PANEL
D. PRINTERS AND FAXES
8. WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU CLICK A MENU OPTION ON THE MENU BAR?
A. A DROP-DOWN MENU APPEARS.
B. YOU ACTIVATE THE WINDOW REPRESENTED BY THE TASKBAR BUTTON YOU CLICKED.
C. YOU CLOSE THE CURRENT APPLICATION.
D. YOUR WORK IS AUTO SAVED.
9. YOU CAN ALTER THE SIZE OF THE DESKTOP AND APPLICATION WINDOWS.
A. TRUE
B. FALSE
10. WHICH OF THESE BUTTONS WOULD YOU CLICK TO HIDE THE WINDOW WITHOUT CLOSING THE APPLICATION?
A. THE CLOSE BUTTON
B. THE RESTORE DOWN BUTTON
C. THE MINIMIZE BUTTON
D. THE MAXIMIZE BUTTON
 LO4:- Organize basic director/folder
structure and files
 Create and name directories and subdirectories

 Identify Attributes of directories.

 Move subdirectories between directories

 Rename directories as required.

Accesses directories and subdirectories via different

paths
Introduction
 This Presentation briefly defines director, folder and their
Attributesand how to move directories and also brief sub or
child directories/folder
Folder
 A container for programs and files in graphical user interfaces,
symbolized on the screen by a graphical image (icon) of a file
folder.
 A folder is A meANS of orgANizing progrAMS AND documents
on A disk AND CAn hold both files ANd ADDITiONAL folders.
Folder is a directory in windows environments
 The Root Directory is the top of the directory hierARchy

 Directories and subdirectories form a structure called

Directory tree. Suppose you want to keep letters and minutes
of the different units of Addis Ababa University (AAU)
separately you can then create subdirectories in the following
format
Create the following Directory
structure Under My Document
\Mary Help College
 All directories except the root directory are
subdirectories; however they are commonly called directories.
To understand the relationship between two or more
directories, the term parent & child directories are used.
For example, the root directory is the PARent director of the
subdirectories FACULITY,fINAnce and ADMINST.
 FINANCE is the PARent directory of PAYROLL, and
PURCHASE on the other hand PAYROLL and PURCHASE are
called child directories of FINANCE.
 SELF –CHECK 5.4
1. What does the term file management mean?
2. What is the difference between a file and a folder?
3. What is a folder?
4. What is a folder inside another folder called?
5. If I delete a file from the desktop, is it permanently deleted?
a. Yes, it is gone forever
b. No, it goes to the recycle bin which empties it
c. No, it goes to the recycle bin and you have to empty the recycle bin
6. If you put a file in the recycle bin, can you retrieve it?
a. No, it is deleted forever
b. Yes, as long as the recycle bin hasn't been emptied
c. Yes, it stays in the recycle bin forever
7. To open a file you have to double click the file.
a. True
b. False
8. To rename a file you have to...
a. Right-click the mouse and press rename
b. Quickly double click the file with the mouse
9. Why should you not give another person your password?
10. Backing up your files is important because....
a. Computer drives could fail
b. A virus could corrupt your work
c. You could accidentally delete a file
d. All of the above
 LO5:- Organize files for user and/or
organization requirements
 Use system browser to search drives for specific files

 Accesses most commonly used types of files in the directories.

 Select, open and rename groups of files as required

 Move files between directories.

 Copy files to disks.

 Restore deleted files as necessary.

 Erase and format disks as necessary.

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 SELF-CHECK 5.5
1. It is one you create when working with an application.
a. executive
b. data
c. system
d. application
2. It provides a quick way to perform an action such as opening a folder or a file.
a. pin
b. tile
c. arrow icon
d. shortcut
3. File Explorer uses ____________ to represent drives, folders, and files.
a. icons
b. buttons
c. text
d. letters
4. The default view for the Pictures folder is Details view.
a. True
b. False
5. You can ____________ a folder so that it appears on the Windows Start screen.
a. pin
b. save
c. copy
d. anchor
6. When doing a search, the keywords you associate with a file are called?
1. tags
2. attributes
3. contextual tabs
4. pins
 LO6: Print information

In computing, a printer is a peripheral machine

which makes a persistent representation of
graphics or text, usually on paper.While most
output is human-readable, bar code printers
are an example of an expanded use for
printers.The different types of printers include
3D printer, inkjet printer, laser printer,
thermal printer, etc.

What is a Printer and what are the different types of Printers?

Printers are Output devices used to prepare permanent Output
devices on paper. Printers can be divided into two main
categories:
PRINTER SETUP
 Add Printers if required and ensured to have

correct printer settings(layout, paper size,

paper tray, cartridge type, number of copies,
orientation)
 Change Default printer if appropriate.

 Print Information from an installed printer

 SELF-CHECK 5.6
1. What is printer and types of printers?
2. What are the two main categories of printers?
3. What is printer information?
LO7:- Operate application software
 Create Documents and customize basic settings

to meet page layout conventions.

 Format Document and create tables.

 Add Images and use mail merge

 Select Basic print settings and print documents.

 Application software is a type of computer program that performs a specific personal,
educational, and business function. Each program is designed to assist the user with a particular
process, which may be related to productivity, creativity, and/or communication.

Functions of Application Software

Application software programs are created to facilitate a variety of functions, including

but not limited to:
 managing information
 manipulating data
 constructing visuals
 coordinating resources
 calculating figures

Examples of Application Software

The most common application software programs are used by millions every day and include:

 Microsoft suite of products (Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)

 Internet browsers like Firefox, Safari, and Chrome
 Mobile pieces of software such as Pandora (for music appreciation), Skype (for real-time
online communication), and Slack (for team collaboration)
 Business Application Software

Business application software is a subset of the application software. These programs are
built to facilitate certain business functions, improving the accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness of
operations. Business application software programs achieve measurable objectives such as saving work
time and enhancing productivity.

Popular Application Software Add-Ons

Word Processor - a piece of application software that allows the user to create, edit,
format, and print written documents

Scheduling Software - a type of business software that helps an organization allocate

resources, assign shifts, and understand exactly who is working and what individuals are paid for that
work
Spreadsheet - a computer-based document that displays data in a grid format and allows
the user to enter and manipulate data, and to perform accounting functions

Creating a document using MS Word

1. Open Word. Or, if Word is already open, select File > New.
2. In the Search for online templates box, enter a search word like letter, resume, or invoice. Or,
select a category under the search box like Business, Personal, or Education.
3. Click a template to see a preview. ...
4. Select Create.
How to print a document in Word
1. Click File > Print.
2. To preview each page, click the forward and backward arrows at the bottom of the page.
If the text is too small to read, use the zoom slider at the bottom of the page to enlarge it.
3. Choose the number of copies, and any other options you want, and click the Print button.

SELF-CHECK 5.7

1. (True/False) A software suite is a group of software programs that have been bundled
as a package
2. (True/False) Excel and Lotus 123 are examples of spreadsheet software
3. (True/False) In presentation software, a template is a feature that adds different effects,
such as moving from one slide to the next during a presentation
4. (True/False) Windows 10 is an example of application software.
5. Programs that create text-based documents.
a. BMS
b. suites
c. spreadsheets
d. word processors
6. A collection of separate application programs bundled together and available as a
group is a:
a. integrated package
b. software suite
c. app suite
d. office apps
7. Google Docs, Zoho, and Microsoft Office Web Apps are examples of:
a. basic applications
b. cloud suites
c. utility suites
d. specialized applications
ACTIVITIES

1. Using MS WORD, Create a summary of what you have learned in this module.
2. Using MS PowerPoint create a presentation of your summary.