Windows 10: Transition from Windows 8.1

Name: Windows 10: Transition from Windows 8.1
Brand: eBSI Export Academy
SKU: VS-129

$46.00

Reliable shipping

Flexible returns

Buying for a team?
Choose 5 or 10 licences to purchase access for multiple learners at a reduced per-person rate. After purchase, eBSI will contact you to confirm the learner details and arrange course access for each participant.

Develop practical knowledge and confidence in Windows 10: Transition from Windows 8.1.

This course provides the essentials of upgrading from Windows 8.1 to Windows 10. The course outline focuses on new and improved features, such as:

Why this course matters

This course turns the subject into practical, structured learning you can apply in real business and workplace situations. It is designed to help you move beyond definitions and understand how the ideas, tools and decisions covered in the course fit together.

What you will gain

Use the key features and workflows covered in Windows 10: Transition from Windows 8.1 with greater confidence.
Apply the tools and techniques to practical business tasks.
Recognise common mistakes and work more efficiently in day-to-day use.

Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for business users, administrators, managers and professionals who want to work more efficiently with everyday digital tools.

Course at a glance

Format: self-paced online learning.

This course provides the essentials of upgrading from Windows 8.1 to Windows 10. The course outline focuses on new and improved features, such as:

The Start Menu
Virtual Desktops
Snap Assist
Using Cortana
Searching Your Computer
Surfing the Web with Microsoft Edge
Using Windows 10 Apps

Course Topics:

Lesson 1: Navigating the Windows 10 Environment

TOPIC A: Navigate the Desktop

The Desktop
The Taskbar
The Notification Area
Tooltips
Context Menus
Jump Lists
Dialog Boxes
Desktop Icons
Enabling Tablet Mode
Activity 1-1

TOPIC B: Explore the Start Menu

Using the Start Button
Anatomy of the Start Menu
Tiles
Live Tiles
Resizing the Start Menu
Viewing All Apps
Activity 1-2

TOPIC C: Multitask with Apps

Switching Between Apps
The Snap Feature
Using Snap Assist
Closing an App
Activity 1-3
Summary
Review Questions

Lesson 2: Working with the Windows 10 Environment

TOPIC A: View Notifications

About Windows 10 Notifications
About the Action Center
Opening and Closing the Action Center
Clearing Notifications
Customizing Notification Settings
Activity 2-1

TOPIC B: Search Your Computer

Getting to Know Cortana
Setting Up Cortana
Using Cortana Voice Commands
Using the Search Field
Using the Cortana Menu
Using the Cortana Notebook
Activity 2-2

TOPIC C: Work with Virtual Desktops

Creating a New Desktop
Switching Desktops
Moving Apps Between Desktops
Closing Desktops
Activity 2-3

TOPIC D: Connect Devices to Your PC

Connecting Devices
Viewing Devices
Removing Devices
Activity 2-4
Summary
Review Questions

Lesson 3: Customizing the Windows 10 Environment

TOPIC A: Change Basic Windows Settings

Accessing the Settings Window
Overview of the Settings Window
Accessing the Control Panel
Overview of the Control Panel
Changing the Control Panel View
Activity 3-1

TOPIC B: Customize the Lock Screen

Using the Lock Screen
Changing the Background
Changing Apps
Changing the Screen Saver
Activity 3-2

TOPIC C: Customize the Desktop

Changing the Desktop Background
Changing the Accent Color
Applying a Theme
Activity 3-3

TOPIC D: Store and Share Files with OneDrive

What is OneDrive?
Using the OneDrive Notification Icon
Viewing Your Local OneDrive Folder
Viewing Your Online OneDrive Folder
Uploading Files and Folders
Changing OneDrive Settings
Activity 3-4
Summary
Review Questions

Lesson 4: Working with Apps in Windows 10

TOPIC A: Use Mail

Opening Mail
Configuring Mail Accounts
Viewing Mail Messages
Composing Mail Messages
Replying to Messages
Deleting Messages
Activity 4-1

TOPIC B: Use Calendar

Opening Calendar
Configuring Calendar
Viewing Your Calendar
Adding Events
Editing Events
Deleting Events
Activity 4-2

TOPIC C: Use Camera

Opening Camera
Taking Photos
Using the Timer
Taking a Video
Setting Options
Activity 4-3
Summary
Review Questions

Lesson 5: Having Fun in Windows 10

TOPIC A: Use Groove Music

Opening Groove Music
Playing Your Music
Using the Now Playing List
Creating Playlists
Searching for Music
Activity 5-1

TOPIC B: Use Movies & TV

Opening Movies & TV
Playing Videos
Searching for Videos
Activity 5-2

TOPIC C: Use Xbox

Opening Xbox
Signing Into the Xbox App
Playing Games
Viewing Achievements
Activity 5-3
Summary
Review Questions

Lesson 6: Using Microsoft Edge

TOPIC A: Navigate Microsoft Edge

Web Browsers and Search Engines
Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer
Elements of the Microsoft Edge Window
URL’s
Bing
Activity 6-1

TOPIC B: Use Microsoft Edge

The Address Bar
Viewing Frequently Visited Websites
Viewing Your Favorites
Viewing Your Reading List
Viewing Your History
Using Reading View
Creating Web Notes
Sharing With Microsoft Edge
Using Cortana in Microsoft Edge
Activity 6-2

TOPIC C: Manage Tabs

About Tabs
Creating New Tabs
Switching Between Tabs
Managing Tabs
Closing a Tab
Activity 6-3

TOPIC D: Modify Microsoft Edge Options

About the More Actions Menu
Customizing Browser Settings
Customizing Advanced Settings
Activity 6-4
Summary
Review Questions

Course pathway: eBSI SME Academy > Windows 10: Transition from Windows 8.1

Explore more professional training through the eBSI SME Academy.

Book a Free Video Consultation!

If you have any questions or would like to speak to one of our team before enrolling feel free to book a free video call with us by clicking the button below, we will be delighted to meet you on Google Meet!

Book your Free Video Call Now!