Windows 7 training videos

Faster, easier to use, more powerful - that's Windows 7. Learn how to take advantage of new features that help you get more done, organize better and connect more securely. Use these quick, to-the-point training videos to discover the tips and tricks that can make you more productive with Windows 7. Includes Internet Explorer 8 and 9.

Windwos 7 training videos
Title Description Duration
Getting Started
Windows 7 Overview Familiarize yourself with the benefits and features of Windows 7 2:24
Logging On to Windows 7 Review the steps for logging in and various accessibility options 1:14
The Start Menu Preview the new features on the updated Start Menu 3:32
Desktop Features
Touring the Desktop Take a guided tour around the new Windows 7 desktop 2:55
Finding Recently Used Files Jump to a recently used file quickly by using Jump Lists 1:57
Searching from the Start Menu Find just about anything right from the Start Menu with Windows Search 2:50
Arranging Windows Automatically size and arrange windows by "snapping" them into place 1:34
Live TaskBar Preview Get a live preview of open programs and documents from the Taskbar 2:03
Switching Programs Flip between programs from the Taskbar or keyboard 1:25
Clearing the Desktop Watch this cool trick to clear the desktop by "shaking" a window :46
Managing Files and Folders
Using Explorer Windows Overview of how to navigate and customize Explorer windows to manage files
 3:47
Navigating My Documents Learn how to navigate, adjust the view, and locate files with My Documents 2:34
Tagging Common Files Add tags to files to make them easier to locate 2:26
Organizing with Libraries Discover the benefits of using Libraries to organize common documents 2:31
Displaying File Extensions Take control of how your files and folders display in Windows 7 2:02
Adding and Removing Columns Display information your way by adding and removing folder columns 1:42
Sharing a Folder Review options for sharing folders and controlling permissions levels 2:59
Sharing with Public Folders Use Public Folders to share files between people on the same computer 1:25
Associate a Program with a File Choose the program that should be associated with common file types 2:00
Customizing Windows
Personalizing Windows Switch the theme, desktop background, colors, sound and screen saver 2:07
Adding Gadgets Add a clock, calendar, news feeds and other gadgets to the desktop 1:52
Making Everything Bigger Adjust the screen resolution to make things easier to see 2:29
Displaying Multiple Time Zones Keep track of other time zones and display multiple clocks with this cool feature 1:26
Customizing the Taskbar Choose the appearance, location and how to display buttons on your taskbar 3:08
Customizing the Start Menu Put the items you need right at your fingertips by customizing the Start Menu 2:18
Shut Down Options How to change the Power button's default action 1:11
Windows Accessories
Ease of Access Center Examine the Windows 7 accessibility features 3:13
Snipping Tool For screen captures, instead of using Print Screen, look at the Snipping Tool 1:56
Adding Sticky Notes Put a digital sticky note on the desktop instead of the monitor 1:17
Burning Files to CD/DVD Watch how easy it is to burn files to a CD or DVD 3:08
Devices and Networking
Adding New Devices Easily install phones, cameras, printers and more using the Device Stage 1:40
Connecting to a Printer A step-by-step guide to installing printers in Windows 7 3:09
Connecting to a Projector Windows 7 makes it easier than ever to connect to a projector 1:51
Connect to a Wireless Network How to locate, connect to, and manage wireless connections 2:48
Mapping a Network Drive A refresher on how to create a shortcut to a shared folder on a network 2:36
Connecting to a Domain Join a domain quickly and more securely in Windows 7 2:16
Laptop and Tablet Features
Windows Mobility Center Find all the tools and settings you need in one convenient location 1:23
Optimizing Laptop Power Optimize the battery life by switching or adjusting the power plan 2:27
Configuring the Pen Options for adjusting the settings on a stylus or other input device 2:45
Handwriting with a Pen Use the Input Panel to enter or write data instead of a keyboard 3:00
Writing Math Expressions Write mathematical equations the natural way with the Math Input panel 1:55
Security and Backup
User Access Control Control settings and security by adjusting the User Access Control (UAC) 2:33
Setting a Restore Point Learn how Windows protects important data by creating restore points 2:56
Backing Up Files Review the steps to back up your files and folders on Windows 7 2:28
Creating a System Image Protect your computer from a catastrophic crash 2:47
Tips and Tricks (new!)
Windows Key Shortcuts Use various Windows key combinations to manage applications 3:52
Recording Problems and Issues Capture each step of an issue with the Problems Steps Recorder 3:26
Compressing Files and Folders Reduce the size of files before e-mailing with this handy Windows feature 3:12
Pinning a Drive to the Taskbar Create a shortcut to a local or network drive on the Taskbar 2:45
Extending the Calculator Explore the four styles and worksheets included with the Windows Calculator 2:51
Windows Explorer Tips Customize the Explorer Window to manage, locate and preview files 3:32
Internet Explorer 8
Tabbed Browsing Learn how to browse multiple pages with tabs instead of separate windows 1:34
Adding Favorites Keep track of frequently visited web pages by adding them to your favorites 2:07
Setting the Home Page How to designate one or more pages to serve as home page tabs 1:33
Exporting or Importing Favorites Tips for exporting your favorites from one computer and importing to another 1:58
Viewing Browsing History Find your way back to recently viewed pages with IE's history feature 1:00
Search Options Add search providers and choose the default you want with IE8 1:30
Zooming In Get up close and personal with the Zoom tool :48
Compatibility View Use Compatibility View to see web pages as they were originally intended 1:39
Sending a Page Look at Page options for two different ways to share or send web pages :54
Printing Web Pages Review the features that help you print exactly what you see on the screen 1:20
Deleting Browsing History Explore the options for deleting history, cookies and other data 1:15
InPrivate Browsing Prevent Internet Explorer from storing data about your browsing session 1:00
Controlling Pop-up Windows Configure the settings to help manage pop-up windows 1:32
Web Accelerators Quickly access services, such as mapping and more, from the web page :54
Customizing the Toolbar How to add and remove buttons on the Internet Explorer toolbar 1:13
Internet Explorer 9 (new!)
Touring the New Interface Experience the clean, streamlined interface and customization options 1:50
Improved Tabbed Browsing Browse multiple pages with tabs instead of separate windows 2:40
Searching the Web Learn to add and manage search providers and search within a page 3:19
Working with Favorites Add and organize favorites to frequently visited web pages 2:53
Creating Shortcuts Tear off a tab, pin it to the task bar, and display pages side-by-side 2:36
Adjusting the View Tips for making it easier to read content by controlling the zoom level 1:49
Viewing and Deleting History Find your way back to sites you've visited or delete browsing history 1:55
Precise Printing Review the features and options to help you print exactly what you want 2:30
Managing Downloads Control how to safely download items with the new Download Manager 3:04
Setting the Home Page Configure Internet Explorer to open one or more homepages 2:46
Using Web Accelerators Quickly search, map an address, or translate content within a page 2:11
Security and Privacy Check out Internet Explorer 9's improved privacy and security features 2:45