Demonstrate basic computer skills.

Demonstration should include

  • booting, accessing, and exiting an operating system
  • inputting data and commands, using peripherals
  • using file- and disk-management techniques, such as copy, move, store, rename, retrieve, save, delete, and create and/or manipulate directories
  • accessing and exiting software
  • determining available memory and disk space
  • creating backups
  • applying basic troubleshooting and maintenance skills.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What types of computer skills are needed for an entry-level position in advertising design?
  • When is it necessary to account for file size?
  • How often should one back up files and directories?