About this book

The tutorials in As Easy as 1-2-3 are designed to provide users with step-by-step support as they learn to become comfortable with using basic computer tools. Based mostly on the Microsoft Office XP software suite and a few other application programs, the tutorials take the beginning user of technology tools beyond the basics to explore in-depth some of the advanced features of the software.

The book begins with simple file management tasks that a user can perform on the Windows XP desktop. In subsequent modules, the user learns to complete simple and advanced tasks such as:

• Creating tables, hyperlinks, and mail merge with Microsoft Word.
• Doing grades, budgets, and charts with Microsoft Excel.
• Creating presentations in PowerPoint.
• Designing different types of publications in Publisher.
• Publishing web pages using FTP.
• Editing and formatting graphics with Paint Shop Pro.

Dr. Aworuwa is an Associate Professor and Coordinator of Instructional Technology Program in the College of Arts & Sciences and Education at Texas A&M University-Texarkana.

What they're saying about this book

"As Easy As 1-2-3: Tutorials on Basic Computer Skills is a perfect manual for my students who vary in sophistication of computer skills. This book is clearly organized and presented for easy use which quickly builds confidence in students."

— Elaine Beason, Ed. D.,
Professor of Special Education
Texas A&M University-Texarkana, Texas

"This is an easy to read and easy to follow introduction that, when used as a keyboard companion, will result in productive computing."

— Anson Godfrey,
Director of Technology and Distance Education
Texas A&M University-Texarkana, Texas

"The tutorials were great. Whenever I did not understand something, I could go to the tutorials and read it."

— Lorraine Hill,
Student
Texas A&M University-Texarkana, Texas

"The book has allowed me to use the tools in my program more effectively than before. I will now be able to move into the classroom with a better knowledge of the technology that I will be helping my students learn."

— Johnnie Ann Wacaster,
Student
Texas A&M University-Texarkana, Texas