WEEK 09 COMPUTER AND INTERNET

WEEK 09:
This week we covered Microsoft Excel which main purpose is to solve type of problems that are related to numbers using the spread sheet program in Microsoft Office.
We also learn the Cell Basics which is used to calculate, analyse and organise data. It also include selecting, inserting, deleting cell and content as well as to cut, copy and paste, drag and drop cells and fill cells using the fill handle.
















We practically learn about modifying columns, rows and cells which generally involves changing row height and column width, insert and delete rows and columns, Wrapt text in a cell and merge cells.
We went further an practically learn how to format the text for example changing font and the size,colour and alignment.
We where also shown how to create simple formula in Excel, creating formulas with cell references, and creating formula using the Point and Click Method as well as Sparklines and pivot tables.
Further more, working with charts, reviewing and sharing workbooks, track changes, addding and deleting comments, and finalizing and protecting your workbook was taught to wrapt up Excel.

WEEK 08 COMPUTER AND INTERNET

WEEK 08;
This week we discussed presentation skills that is Microsoft Power Point Basic. we learn how to work with slides, applying a theme and theme elements, and some practical preparation of power point presentation in  class. we were also shown how to insert images like clip arts screenshots and pictures as well as practical involvement of some students in class for demonstration purpose.
Mention was made on how to apply Transitions to give your presentation a professional look. Transitions can be subtle, exciting and dynamic content. The lecturer also highlighted on how to modify a transition and adding a sound.
We further discussed the use of word art and shapes, creating wordart and formatting image.
Animating text and objects including the four types of animations was discussed. And also working with video such as inserting, editing and formatting a video to add a bookmark as well as formatting the appearance of the video.
In session two we looked at Smart art illustration which allows you to visually communicate information.
rehearsing and recording slide shows and broadcasting your slide show to remote audiences not forgetting hyper link and action button was also discussed

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WEEEK 06 COMPUTER AND INTERNET

WEEK 6;
This week we began learning the basics of Microsoft Office, although it has a variety of programs,  we basically started with Microsoft word. we learn how to start it, proceeded to the components of word window which include; the document window, Ribbon, Mini Toolbar, Quick Access Toolbar, Shortcut menus, Key Tips, Text Basics, Basic Tasks, Basic Text Operations, Formatting. We also discussed how to work with graphics wjhen using Microsoft word.








Also in the second session of this week we proceeded to discuss Advanced Microsoft Word, which basically has three major advancement;

• Working with style and Templates
• Customizing Tables and Creating Charts
• Creating Mail Merge Documents.

It also includes working with hyperlink, it can be the address of the webpage or an image.
We proceeded to session three in week where we were taught word processing skills mostly involving the hands on activities.

WEEK 05 COMPUTER AND INTERNET

WEEK 05:

 This week we started with windows operating systems and we mostly discussed the Microsoft windows created by Microsoft in the mid-1980s. They windows vary some used for business, and professional version which is intended for business. most of the windows comes preloaded in the PCs. Microsoft also has placed restrictions on how people can use and copy the software. We also discussed the Aims of Windows 7 and some of the upgrades from Vista/ XP. we went onb to highlight some of the improvements from XP only like the aero snap, shake and peek.

WEEK O4 COMPUTER AND INTERNET

WEEK O4

This week we started with Computer Network which is simply a group of interconnected computers via hardware and software to communicate with each other. The main importance of the network is to share both resources, information and communication. we also know that the major components of a network are the; communication devices, interconnecting devices, computers, networking software and the applications. The following three concepts are subject to computer network functioning; topology, protocol and architecture. We also know that data can be transmitted in  Bandwidth, Analog or Digital signal and Serial or Parallel order of bits.

In session two this week we discussed Communication Channel which is just a link for transmitting data from one computer to another.

The network medium for transmission through computers can be physical cable or wireless.

We also learnt about Digital Communication and we know it has changed radically in today's digital age. Also mention was made about WI-FI.

In the third session we discussed the Types of Network which include; LAN(Local Area Network), MAN (Metropolitan Area Network) and WAN(Wide Area Network).

We also discussed peer-to-peer Networking where all computers are considered equal and has many advantages and disadvantages. We also highlighted on Server-Based Networks where server responds to client requests and also has both its advantages and disadvantages. We wrapped up with highlighting the other types of networks.