Basic Computer Info

Shut down your computer instead of just closing it

Wait til blue wheel stops spinning til clicking into other apps once powered on

Have it set up to install updated automatically and also check them

Go to “windows search window” and type in “updates” and click “check for updates”

Having problems w computer? Shut down computer

Have diff folders for all your classes

Be organized

Save files on One Drive

Save files on USB- Insert USB (Your Name, Phone Number), File Explorer, click on drive for USB, and click on “New Folder”

Create a folder/file naming system-ex. ID151- 151_Project4_pt2

Avoid saving everything to your desk top

Avoid working directly off files on your USB

Make sure to ALWAYS backup

Extensions NOT provided for lost files in class

Have patience when first starting up computer

Don’t keep clicking when frozen

Only open files/software you are currently using