Signing in to Windows 10
You'll probably be asked to create a Microsoft account the very time you use Windows 10 (if you don't have one already). From this point, whenever you turn ON the computer you'll need to sign in to that account. To do this, type your password into the box and press Enter.
Navigating the Desktop
Once you've signed in, the first thing you'll see is the desktop. You can think of the desktop as the main workspace for your computer. From here, you can view and manage your files, open applications, access the internet, and much more.
Opening Applications
You'll use the Start menu to open programs on your computer, just like with previous versions of Windows. To do this, click the Start button in the bottom-left corner, then choose the desired application. If you don't see the one you want, select All Apps to see a full list of applications. In the example below, we're opening OneNote.
Working with Files
You'll use the File Explorer to manage your files and folders. To open File Explorer, click the File Explorer icon on the taskbar or double-click any folder on your desktop.
Searching for Files and Apps
To search for something on your computer ___ like a specific file or application—click the Start button, then start typing. Alternatively, you can press the Windows key on the keyboard to begin a scarch. In the example below, we're searching for a presentation file.
Adjusting your Settings
You'll use the Settings app to change the most important settings on your computer, like your network and display options. To open, click the | Start menu, then Settings. ;
You can also use the Control Panel to adjust your settings, just like in earlier versions of Windows However, there are some options that can only be accessed from the Settings app, like adding a new user. Because of this, you'll probably use the settings app more often.
Shutting Down your Computer
When you're done using your computer, it's important to shut it down properly. To do this, click the Start button ↦ Power → Shut Down.
You'll probably be asked to create a Microsoft account the very time you use Windows 10 (if you don't have one already). From this point, whenever you turn ON the computer you'll need to sign in to that account. To do this, type your password into the box and press Enter.
Navigating the Desktop
Once you've signed in, the first thing you'll see is the desktop. You can think of the desktop as the main workspace for your computer. From here, you can view and manage your files, open applications, access the internet, and much more.
Opening Applications
You'll use the Start menu to open programs on your computer, just like with previous versions of Windows. To do this, click the Start button in the bottom-left corner, then choose the desired application. If you don't see the one you want, select All Apps to see a full list of applications. In the example below, we're opening OneNote.
Working with Files
You'll use the File Explorer to manage your files and folders. To open File Explorer, click the File Explorer icon on the taskbar or double-click any folder on your desktop.
Searching for Files and Apps
To search for something on your computer ___ like a specific file or application—click the Start button, then start typing. Alternatively, you can press the Windows key on the keyboard to begin a scarch. In the example below, we're searching for a presentation file.
Adjusting your Settings
You'll use the Settings app to change the most important settings on your computer, like your network and display options. To open, click the | Start menu, then Settings. ;
You can also use the Control Panel to adjust your settings, just like in earlier versions of Windows However, there are some options that can only be accessed from the Settings app, like adding a new user. Because of this, you'll probably use the settings app more often.
Shutting Down your Computer
When you're done using your computer, it's important to shut it down properly. To do this, click the Start button ↦ Power → Shut Down.
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