Internet Explorer 7: Introduction
Course Specifications
Course number: 084132
Software: Microsoft® Windows Vista™
Course length: 1.0 day(s)
Course Description
You are familiar with computers and how they work. Computers have contributed to the rise and spread of the Internet, which has now become the driving force for networked societies around the globe. In this course, you will be introduced to the latest version of Internet Explorer to take full advantage of all that Internet has to offer. 
Course Objective: You will use the tabbed browsing feature to browse the web and access the information you desire. Internet Explorer 7 provides you with a user-friendly interface and enhanced security features for a safe and secure browsing experience.

Target Student: This course is designed for persons with a basic understanding of Microsoft Windows and the Internet, who need to learn how to use Internet Explorer 7 to navigate the World Wide Web.

Prerequisites: This course assumes that you are familiar with using personal computers and launching programs. You should be comfortable in the Windows environment and be able to use Windows to manage information on your computer. Specifically, you should be able to launch and close programs, navigate to information stored on the computer, manage files and folders, and select text. Knowledge of Windows Vista OS is recommended but not required.

Delivery Method: Instructor led, group-paced, classroom-delivery learning model with structured hands-on activities.
Hardware Requirements
This course requires one desktop computer for each student with the following configuration: 
•Pentium IV 800 MHz or higher 
•512 MB RAM or higher 
•1024 x 768 generic monitor 
•40 GB hard disk or higher 
•High-speed Internet connection 
•Compatible pointing device 
The configuration of the instructor's computer includes:
•Pentium IV 800 MHz or higher 
•512 MB RAM or higher 
•1024 x 768 generic monitor 
•40 GB hard disk or higher 
•High-speed Internet connection 
•Compatible pointing device 
•Display system to project the computer screen 
Platform Requirements
•Microsoft® Windows Vista™ Business Edition 
Software Requirements
•Microsoft® Windows Vista™ Business Edition 
•Microsoft® Office 2003® or later 
•Adobe® Reader® 6.0 or later 
Performance-Based Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: 
•explore Internet Explorer 7.0. 
•browse websites using Internet Explorer 7.0. 
•acquire information from the web. 
•manage information from the web. 
•communicate with other online users over the web. 
•configure the security and privacy settings in Internet Explorer 7.0. 
Course Content
Lesson 1: Getting Started with Internet Explorer 7.0
Topic 1A: Overview of the Internet 
Topic 1B: Explore the Internet Explorer 7.0 Interface 
Topic 1C: Customize the Internet Explorer 7.0 Interface 
Topic 1D: Use the Internet Explorer 7.0 Help System
Lesson 2: Browsing Websites Using Internet Explorer 7.0
Topic 2A: View Web Pages in Tabs 
Topic 2B: Navigate Through a Web Page
Lesson 3: Acquiring Information from the Web
Topic 3A: Search the Web 
Topic 3B: Find People 
Topic 3C: Customize Search Settings 
Topic 3D: Download Information from the Web
Lesson 4: Managing Information from the Web
Topic 4A: Manage Favorite Links 
Topic 4B: Manage RSS Feeds 
Topic 4C: Save a Web Page 
Topic 4D: Print a Web Page
Lesson 5: Communicating Over the Web
Topic 5A: Send and Receive Instant Messages 
Topic 5B: Communicate Using Email 
Topic 5C: Subscribe to a Newsgroup 
Topic 5D: View Newsgroup Messages
Lesson 6: Configuring Security Settings in Internet Explorer 7.0
Topic 6A: Configure Browsing History Settings 
Topic 6B: Configure Pop-up Settings 
Topic 6C: Configure the Phishing Filter 
Topic 6D: Configure Internet Security and Privacy Settings