Chapter 3

The Visible Computer

Lab Exercises

3.01      Exploring the Functions and Components of a PC

3.02      Examining User-Accessible Components

3.03      Recognizing External Connections

3.04      The Windows 7 Interface

3.05      The Windows 8.1 Interface

3.06      Managing Files and Folders in Windows

3.07      Using the Control Panel in Windows

3.08      Exploring the Mac OS X Interface

Lab Analysis Test

Key Term Quiz

 

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