Norton 360 v6--only £24.99 when you spend £30 or more
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Product Features
- Discover Updated desktop options (themes, background, screen savers)
- See the revised taskbar in action (jumplists, live thumbnails, notification area)
- Learn centralized & simplified hardware & printer management
- One-stop for identifying and fixing maintenance, security and performance issues using the Action Center
- Integrated scheduled backup and easy drive encryption including BitLocker to Go for USB drives
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Manufacturer's Description
Using a computer these days is a requirement. In order to use a PC without it becoming cumbersome and frustrating, you need to know it's operating system and how to navigate, find, open, use and manage the system including its hardware, software and files. This course will review some of the old standby features and hone in on the numerous enhancements in this version. You'll learn the tools to increase reliability, efficiency and security that will optimize the user experience as never before. You'll also find out what jumping, shaking, snapping, streaming and BitLocking are.
Course Outline
Chapter 1: GETTING STARTED USING WINDOWS 7 (48 min)
1. Introducing Windows 7
2. A First Look at the Windows Desktop
3. Working with User Accounts
4. Users, Passwords & Permissions
5. Exploring Log O¬ & Power Options
Chapter 2: CUSTOMIZING THE WINDOWS DESKTOP (47 min)
1. Using Icons & Shortcuts
2. Adding Gadgets
3. Customizing Backgrounds & Window Appearance
4. Customizing Sounds, Screensavers & Icons
5. Changing Screen Resolution
Chapter 3: ACCESSING THE START MENU (38 min)
1. Using Start Menu Options
2. Customizing the Start Menu
3. Finding Programs, Files & Settings
Chapter 4: EXPLORING THE REVISED TASK BAR (39 min)
1. Customizing the Noti cation Area
2. Exploring Buttons on the Taskbar
3. Taking Advantage of Jump Lists
4. Setting Taskbar Properties
Chapter 5: OPTIMIZING THE WINDOWS USER EXPERIENCE (78 min)
1. Moving & Sizing Windows
2. Window Navigation Using Breadcrumbs
3. Window Navigation & Customization
4. Accessing & Con guring Libraries
5. Organizing, Rating & Tagging Files
6. Indexing & Search Options
7. Searching for Files
8. Sharing Files & Folders
Chapter 6: EXAMINING HARDWARE & SOFTWARE (70 min)
1. Viewing Devices & Printers
2. The Device Manager, Drivers & Power Management
3. Setting Default Actions & Programs
4. Installing & Uninstalling Software
5. Alternate Hardware & Software Tools: Touch
6. Speech Recognition
7. Live Essentials & Services
Chapter 7: ENJOYING MEDIA (45 min)
1. Playing Audio & Video Using the Media Player
2. Ripping CDs & Creating Playlists
3. Experiencing the Next Level with the Windows Media Center
4. Tapping into the Windows 7 Gaming Experience
Chapter 8: CONNECTING TO A NETWORK (45 min)
1. Networking Overview
2. Getting Started with Windows 7 Networking
3. Working with the Network Adaptor
4. Viewing the Network Map & Changing the Workgroup
5. Mapping a Network Drive
Chapter 9: MAINTAINING YOUR SYSTEM (29 min)
1. Optimizing Performance
2. Using Troubleshooters & the Action Center
3. Using the Problem Steps Recorder
4. Keeping Current with Windows Update
Chapter 10: SECURING YOUR SYSTEM & DATA (34 min)
1. Working with System Restore & Shadow Copies
2. Executing Backup & Restore
3. Implementing BitLocker & BitLocker To Go
4. Credits
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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If you've used Windows XP and/or Vista you probably won't have too much trouble using Windows 7. I loved Windows XP and hated Vista and now Windows 7 has the best features of both versions and I guess I will be using it for a good few years to come.
The Windows 7 package from Total Training is not a bad way to get started with the new version of Windows, but unless you're new to the Windows operating system or are coming from a pre-XP version you will already know a lot of what is covered here; Vista users will be familiar with most of it.
If you're not computer literate and have just spent a lot of money on a new computer with Windows 7 you may think that another thirty - forty quid for a training package is good value - and it probably will be. However, Windows 7 is pretty intuitive for users of previous versions, and at around half the price of a Windows 7 upgrade this training package may not be good value for every user.
The Total Training packages are produced in America so may not suit the international market as much as their home market. Quite a difficult product to rate as each user will get a different benefit from it, and some may find that it deserves five stars. I've used computers for a number of years so this product did not really offer me a lot, and I found the presentation style to be not as good as training programmes I had used at work some years ago. I can only give three stars personally, but others may find it more beneficial.
The Windows 7 package from Total Training is not a bad way to get started with the new version of Windows, but unless you're new to the Windows operating system or are coming from a pre-XP version you will already know a lot of what is covered here; Vista users will be familiar with most of it.
If you're not computer literate and have just spent a lot of money on a new computer with Windows 7 you may think that another thirty - forty quid for a training package is good value - and it probably will be. However, Windows 7 is pretty intuitive for users of previous versions, and at around half the price of a Windows 7 upgrade this training package may not be good value for every user.
The Total Training packages are produced in America so may not suit the international market as much as their home market. Quite a difficult product to rate as each user will get a different benefit from it, and some may find that it deserves five stars. I've used computers for a number of years so this product did not really offer me a lot, and I found the presentation style to be not as good as training programmes I had used at work some years ago. I can only give three stars personally, but others may find it more beneficial.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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This is very niche product. This would be a great title to buy young children, to prepare them for school and eventually the workplace. Likewise, it would also be good for a technophobe. A luddite, if you will.
(The 4 out of 5 star rating I have given is for this demographic. For everyone else, I'd give it 2 out of 5 stars ...or less)
If you have been using Windows (XP) for some time, as I have, I don't think there's really much new material. Windows 7 is quite intuitive, much of this is really unnecessary.
One of the things you may have never heard of before, is 'BitLocker', Microsoft's built-in encryption. The theory is that you scramble your files so it's gibberish and only you can access it. (I wouldn't trust Microsoft for encryption, they have a terrible track record) but I suppose it might be useful to know about
If you are low on money, you could just search YouTube for similar tutorial videos. (Search for specific topics). They wouldn't be as good in quality, but they'd suffice, at a pinch. If you have the money, buy this, it's a good investment for school-aged children.
(The 4 out of 5 star rating I have given is for this demographic. For everyone else, I'd give it 2 out of 5 stars ...or less)
If you have been using Windows (XP) for some time, as I have, I don't think there's really much new material. Windows 7 is quite intuitive, much of this is really unnecessary.
One of the things you may have never heard of before, is 'BitLocker', Microsoft's built-in encryption. The theory is that you scramble your files so it's gibberish and only you can access it. (I wouldn't trust Microsoft for encryption, they have a terrible track record) but I suppose it might be useful to know about
If you are low on money, you could just search YouTube for similar tutorial videos. (Search for specific topics). They wouldn't be as good in quality, but they'd suffice, at a pinch. If you have the money, buy this, it's a good investment for school-aged children.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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I had never heard of this company so looked with interest at this training product. I have two PCs in my house, a laptop with Vista Business and a Home Theatre PC with Windows 7. I didn't choose 7, but it came pre-installed and I've been happy enough not to change it. It does have a few quirks though which I'm even now getting used to.
This training program is video, as opposed to flash, based and initially I found the US accent a bit draining. However, I did actually get used to it fairly quickly and the pace is about right. I found that the first few chapters had some really good information, especially useful for someone thinking about upgrading, or less so building their own PC (fom the point of view that if you were building your own, you probably wouldn't need this!).
The amount of useful material provided for a reasonable sum is fairly impressive for this package, and whilst its not the slickest thing I've ever seen, I think it would be a great asset for say, a small business trying to train a new or older employee on Windows 7, although many other packages are avaialble. I had no hesitation in passing this on to my parents to use with their new PC!
For a flavour of the videos, see the publishers website, where two modules can be downloaded for free.
This training program is video, as opposed to flash, based and initially I found the US accent a bit draining. However, I did actually get used to it fairly quickly and the pace is about right. I found that the first few chapters had some really good information, especially useful for someone thinking about upgrading, or less so building their own PC (fom the point of view that if you were building your own, you probably wouldn't need this!).
The amount of useful material provided for a reasonable sum is fairly impressive for this package, and whilst its not the slickest thing I've ever seen, I think it would be a great asset for say, a small business trying to train a new or older employee on Windows 7, although many other packages are avaialble. I had no hesitation in passing this on to my parents to use with their new PC!
For a flavour of the videos, see the publishers website, where two modules can be downloaded for free.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Don't do it
I can't fault the actual product, but save your money!!
Half of the features can be found online for free, plus you can simply use the Help function.
Save your money!
Half of the features can be found online for free, plus you can simply use the Help function.
Save your money!
Published 9 days ago by Russtafarian
Good package
If you're looking to buy this then you probably aren't overly familiar with Windows - but if you are familiar with it, then I doubt you'd need this. Read more
Published 16 months ago by S V BAUDAINS
Surprisingly excellent
I'm afraid I moved to the 'dark side' (or maybe moved FROM it) and have used Macs - iMacs, MacPros, MacBook Airs, and MacBook Pros - for several years. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Paul S. Ell
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