An introduction to Windows 2000/Me for primary and secondary schools. Also a useful introduction for new ICT teachers and beginners of all ages.

Basic Windows 2000/Me will help teachers and parents to give children a head start in the fundamentals of the computer operating system as required at Key Stages 2 and 3 using Microsoft Windows 2000 or Millennium Edition. This book is suitable for whole class, group and individual teaching. It is divided into a series of lessons that gradually introduce the correct technical vocabulary to enable ease of communication. The book is carefully designed to clearly show pupils how to perform tasks, such as creating folders, organising work and backing up files, that they can follow at their own pace with minimal teacher assistance. Topics include: Welcome to Windows! The Start menu Basic applications The clipboard Files and folders Windows Explorer Finding files