Introduction to the Netbook

Netbook Specs Dell Netbook Latitude GB RAM (memory) 1.83 GHz (speed) 160 GB HD (storage) Power Supply Pack

Right and Left Side View

Top Lid (Indicator)

From left to right: 2 USB ports, Ethernet, power, and lock

From left to right: Lock, VGA slot, vent, USB port, microphone, headphones

From left to right: Indicator lights, vent, SD card slot, vent

Power supply and removable battery

Netbook Keyboard Shortcuts Function (Fn) F8 - projection on screen Function (Fn) arrow up/down - brighten/dim screen Function (Fn) F11 - print entire screen or (Fn) + Alt + F11 for current window Use the Snipping Tool in the Start Menu (captures a screen shot & allows for annotation) Zoom - Windows Key and + or –

Disable Tapping Feature on the Trackpad The standard default for the trackpad is set "Tap to Click." Change settings by: Clicking the up arrow - Hide in the taskbar at the bottom right Click the Dell Touchpad icon Touchpad Properties -> Touchpad Settings Uncheck Tap to Click -> Apply -> OK

Netbook Instructional Uses Netbooks useful for researching on the Web The Netbook may not run multiple intensive programs quickly

Windows 7 Desktop Keeping your desktop clear will allow your computer to function at full speed; clutter slows it down

Start Menu

Applications/Programs You can also enter the program name in the Search field.

Applications/Programs When you hover over an application on the taskbar, it expands so you can choose the window to open.

TaskBar There are fewer items on the task bar, but you can customize this You can “pin” apps to your task bar

Pin to Taskbar or Start Menu Right-click (two finger click) on any application and you will have the option to pin it to the task bar or start menu.

Hide Windows to Show Desktop

Displays Command + P = projector displays

Displays F8 will not longer act as detect displays _______ Macs tend to detect displays automatical ly, but we suggest creating an easily accessible shortcut

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Introduction to Windows 7

Wireless Networks

Connect to Wireless On the taskbar choose the wireless network icon Choose the network and connect automatically, then Connect NOTE: this procedure works only if your wireless adapter is enabled. If it is not enabled, you won't see any wireless networks being available. Photos courtesy of

Docs, Pics, and Movies Different names and look; same function

Control Panel

Shut-down & Restart To Shut down (save work first) Press the power button or… Start Menu -> Shut down To Restart Start Menu -> Restart To Sleep Start Menu -> Sleep…

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