PC and Computing E-Books
This page delivers information covering the whole spectrum of computing from a beginners level to more advanced in some instances. You can learn how to become accustomed to a computer environment and the basics, or you can learn more advanced techniques like how to programme (software), how to set up a network, find out more about what hardware is, and if you use the Microsoft Office Suite, you can learn how to get started in most of their programmes.
We have also released many of our other training ebooks for FREE download and these are marked with a 'free star' on the other pages accessible via the menu. Make the most of this opportunity to upskill yourself.
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PC Confidence | Microsoft
Office 2003 | Access 2003 | Outlook
2003 | PowerPoint 2003 | Publisher 2003
Programming | Spreadsheets | Networking | Hardware |
PC Confidence
Welcome
to the exciting world of PC Confidence.Yes the computer is a wonderful
tool, and it can be a lot of fun.
This is the tutorial that every beginner to the world of computing should start with. You begin at “square zero”, and move at an easy pace. There is an introduction to the use of software, including Word Processing, Email, Spreadsheeting and Databases as well as an easy to understand tutorial about using the Internet. Learn how to surf and use the search engines, or set up a free email account.
There is NO Assessment and NO
Pressure. You look at the keyboard, how to write a letter
and make changes, and how to put pictures in documents. You learn
how to handle rows and columns of numbers, how to “Paint”
and “Draw” and generally getting around your PC.
Notes available in English and Chinese (this one is English) ... read more
Microsoft Office 2003
The
Microsoft Office group of products is the most commonly used computer
office suite of products in the world, and most people get to use
some of their programs at some stage of their lives. Here we have
listed four FREE ebooks that will get you started with databases
(Access), Presentations (PowerPoint), Office & Personal Management
and timetabling (Outlook) and Desktop Publishing (Publisher).
These ebooks all refer to Office 2003, but the principles can be applied to older and newer office versions in many cases, and are a great starting point for people new to computers, as well as handy references for people who have forgotten earlier lessons.
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Programming
"There is nothing magic about programming. It requires common sense, clear thinking, logical thought progression ----- as well as time and practice."
An Introduction To Programming:
This ebook course will introduce you to basic principles for a readily available programming language. You will learn the fundamentals of QBASIC (a product consistent with Microsoft layouts).
Don’t expect to be a top class programmer at
the end of this course, but do expect to have a grasp of the fundamentals
of programming, and therefore the chance to develop your skills
exponentially from a solid base.
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Microsoft Excel
A spreadsheet is a huge chart, composed entirely of rectangular
pigeon holes
(called cells). A spreadsheet makes calculations easier. It also has
the very big
advantage that, if you change any data in your
spreadsheet, other data within
your spreadsheet that
is associated with the changed data will be updated
automatically.
The big benefits of Electronic Spreadsheets are:
a) Ease of editing
b) Automatic update of associated data
c) Powerful functions
d) Ease of access and display
Spreadsheets are widely used in Industry, Schools, Clubs, Businesses and Personal Use. Microsoft Excel for Windows is a very powerful spreadsheet that is widely used today. Spreadsheets can be used for budgeting, financial accounts, recording and comparing data, forecasting financial results or expenses, recording results (eg your test results), repeated mathematical calculations, timetables and for displaying numerical data in graph and chart form and many read about the chapters and contents
PC Networking Level 5
Networking is one of the
biggest growth areas in the computing world -
there is a real shortage of experts in the area.
A network is a system of interconnection between computers
that allows them to share facilities. Typically, these facilities
might be printers, disk space and software. A Network allows different
users to communicate, and to pass data from one Network Resource to
another. It makes sense for a group of users to share an expensive
item, such as a colour Laser Printer. Even to share a colour laser
between a group could mean that the total printing cost is less than
if each individual had a colour dot matrix - and the quality of the
output would be a lot better.
Typically, a Network will consist of any number of terminal devices (intelligent work stations such as IBM compatible PCs, or “dumb” terminals) connected to a large processor, which contains most of the software needed for operation. The large processor containing most of the software is called the File Server. The devices attached to the file server are called Workstations.
So you know all this and want to get into it? Well download this computing ebook now. This easy step by step guide will help you on that learning journey, as well as have you connecting all the computers in your house in no time at all.
PC Hardware Level 5
Welcome to the wonderful world of PC Hardware. It is
changing every day.
However, it is very useful (as well as interesting) to understand
the fundamental principles of PC Hardware. This course will provide
these skills. Do you know all about the CPU and Memory? Auxiliary
storage devices? Input and Output devices? What about Data communications,
networks, process controls and even the different types of computers
from Mainframes to PCs? Well here's the place to start.
Subscribe now and download
the FREE PC Level 5 ebook and get all
that and more.
This course is arranged as follows:
1) Nine Theory Chapters that include exercises
THIS COURSE SHOULD BE COMBINED WITH:
1) PC Hardware Level 6
2) A+ Core Hardware Exam Preparation
It is important to remember that Computers have no power of reason whatsoever. They will only do what they are told to do. Accordingly, how well a computer works depends on how well it has been set up, and how well you operate it. Don’t forget the term GIGO (“Garbage In Garbage Out”).
Fortunately, you don’t need a lot of knowledge about the machinery (HARDWARE) or the instructions that make the Computer perform certain tasks (SOFTWARE) to be an effective user. A good analogy might be the automobile. To effectively operate this useful tool of the last 60 years, you don’t need to know (especially with the modern automobile) how everything about it works.