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Computer programs are part of everyday life, and not knowing how to operate a program can cost a business time and money. Learn some basic computer tips and advice, such as operating Microsoft Access, Windows Vista and Microsoft Excel, in this free video series from a software developer.
There are 8 videos in this series:
To make a file read-only, right-click the file, go to properties and check the read-only tab. Learn more about making a file read-only with expert tips from a software developer in this free video about computer software and technology tips.
To limit data in Microsoft Access fields to certain values, create an ID field and give it an 'auto number' type. Limit data in a Microsoft Access field to certain values with expert tips from a software developer in this free video about computer software and technology tips.
Link another database's data to Microsoft Access by right-clicking in the blank area and selecting link tables. Discover how to link data from another database in Microsoft Access with expert tips from a software developer in this free video about computer software and technology tips.
To add command buttons to a Microsoft Access form or report, choose a form design and add existing fields. Find out more about using the wizard to add command buttons to a Microsoft Access form or report with expert tips from a software developer in this free video about computer software and technology tips.
Insert personal information into blank fields by using the AutoFill button on the Google toolbar. Discover how to use the AutoFill feature on the Google toolbar with expert tips from a software developer in this free video about computer software and technology tips.
Managing storage in Windows Vista includes managing disk space, defragmenting drives and changing drive letters. Get familiar with Windows Vista's storage management tools with guidance from a software developer in this free video about computer software and technology tips.
Lock a wireless router by changing the password and generating an unique WEP key. Learn to lock a wireless router with expert tips from a software developer in this free video about computer software and technology tips.
Make a histogram by using Microsoft Excel's data analysis tools. Using the input data and a few simple mouse clicks a histogram can be created with the help of a software developer in this free video about computer software and technology tips.
Computers are complex machines built upon very simple principles. They perform arithmetical operations millions of times over to transform digital information moving at lightning speed into usable human data. A personal computer's job is to help a user create, manipulate, deliver, receive or delete media content. This is a simple, sterile definition that sounds uninteresting on the surface. Nevertheless, these fundamental functions mimic human ability in some surprising ways. Therefore, the computer is increasingly becoming an engine of the imagination, a platform for the digital life. In this free video series, learn how to operate some basic computer programs. David Andrews is a software developer that has extensive experience working with computers. He demonstrates how to organize data using Microsoft Vista. Discover how to limit data fields in Microsoft Access. Also, get tips for linking data from another database to Microsoft Access. Curious how to manage storage? Andrews explains how to read and manage computer storage. So, take a moment, and learn a little bit more about computer programs today!
Dave Andrews Dave Andrews is a software developer with a business and Web site selling programs and other computer services in Franklin, Tenn. Having worked in the IT industry for more than 8 years, Andrews has an intimate understanding of computer technologies. He holds a degree in computer science from Middle Tennessee State University with a minor in mathematics. Andrews began working with computers when he was nine years old, programming BASIC on a Precomputer 2000. He now programs in C/C , Java, Microsoft .Net, ASP, Python and PHP and has written large, integrated program used by clients as large as state governments. Andrews is currently employed by a government IT department and enjoys the public service and constant challenge that such a position provides.dkdk
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