Welcome to the Connection Computers 101 resource page. You will find many informative and helpful computer tips and resources that are a must to work efficiently and effectively on your computer. We hope you find this resource helpful in making you computer experience a successful one.

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Windows    Internet    Email    Downloading/Software   File Organization    Wireless   Brochures    Disclaimer

Understanding Windows and Keeping Your Computer Safe (Operating System)

Windows...A simple Explanation

Windows...A more detailed Illustrated Tutorial
(Tip: Use this link > near the bottom of the page to advance the tutorial)

4 Steps to Keeping Windows Updated and Safe

4 Ways to Speed up your Computers Performance

Understanding the Internet (World Wide Web)

Internet Tutorial...A Basic Understanding of the Internet

Internet Tutorial...Understanding the World Wide Web

What is a Web Browser?

What is a Search Engine?

A Search Engine Directory

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Using and Understanding Email (Messages and Attachments)
Note: Because of the abundance of different email programs available we have provided resources that will help in understanding the main concepts of email in general. Additionally there are links pertaining to a few of the most popular email services and programs.

Email Etiquette and Basics Explained (A must read!)

Email Attachments Explained
Note: Some information in this article pertains specifically to the University for which it was written. The overall information is an excellent source for a general understanding of attachments.

    Popular Email Programs

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Downloading Files and Programs (Keep Your Software Current)

Downloading Files from the Internet

How to Download a Software Program or Program Update


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Understanding File Organization

What are file formats? (the three letter extension after the file name i.e. filename.xxx) If you don't see those three letters on your computer... Click Here

Keeping Your Computer Folders and Files Organized

Backing Up Your Computer Files

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Wireless / Network

Wireless 101

Wireless Peripherals

Wireless Glossary

Installing a Home Network

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Informative Brochures

Internet Explorer Computer Tips

Windows Computer Tips


Back-Up/Storage Media Types Explained

Using Adobe PDF "Forms" in Reader

Using Microsoft Paint® to convert a file
type BMP to JPG or JPG to BMP

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