Computer Maintenance · Beginner level

Beginner level · Module 2: Operating System and Software Management · Lesson 3 of 3

User Accounts and Settings

Set up accounts and settings that are safe and easy to use.

In this lesson you will

  • Create and manage user accounts
  • Configure useful settings

Key concepts

standard and administrator accountssign-in optionsfile organisationdisplay and power settings

The lesson

Daily users should have standard accounts; keep administrator accounts for maintenance.

Set a sign-in PIN or password, screen lock and sensible power settings.

Help users organise files in Documents, Pictures and a cloud folder so backups capture them.

Step by step

  1. Create a standard user account.
  2. Set sign-in and lock options.
  3. Organise sample files.
  4. Adjust power settings.

Practice activity

Set up a standard user and settings for a lab computer.

Expected result: A safe, tidy user set-up.

Check your understanding

  1. Why use standard accounts for daily work?

    Show answer

    They limit damage from mistakes and malware.

  2. Why organise files in standard folders?

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    So backups capture them.

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