Course Description

Introduction to Mac OS X is a one-day course for those new to Mac OS X. This course focuses on getting to know the foundations of Mac OS X, with topics ranging from efficient window and application management to system customization. You’ll also learn how to configure user accounts and manage files.

Course Length: 1 day

Prerequisites: None

Performance-Based Objectives Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
* examine and explore the user interface elements.
* manage files and folders.
* work with data.
* work with the iLife Application suite.
* browse the Internet.
* manage memory and storage space on your computer.

Course Content
Lesson 1: Getting Started with Mac Leopard
Topic 1A: Explore the Desktop Elements
Topic 1B: Use the Dashboard
Topic 1C: Arrange the Dock Elements
Topic 1D: Set the System Preferences
Topic 1E: Get Help Using the Mac Help Window

Lesson 2: Managing Files and Folders
Topic 2A: Create a Folder
Topic 2B: Use Folder Display Options
Topic 2C: Work with Finder

Lesson 3: Working with Data
Topic 3A: Create a TextEdit Document
Topic 3B: Insert Objects in a Document
Topic 3C: Edit a Document
Topic 3D: Format a Document
Topic 3E: Print a Document

Lesson 4: Working with iLife Applications
Topic 4A: Work with GarageBand
Topic 4B: Work with iPhoto
Topic 4C: Work with iMovie
Topic 4D: Work with iDVD
Topic 4E: Work with iWeb

Lesson 5: Browsing the Internet
Topic 5A: Familiarize Yourself with the Internet
Topic 5B: Browse Websites Using Safari
Topic 5C: Familiarize Yourself with Electronic Mail
Topic 5D: Use iChat

Lesson 6: Managing Storage Space
Topic 6A: Determine Memory and Storage Capacity
Topic 6B: Organize the Hard Disk
Topic 6C: Use Removable Media

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